Three Little Pugs and the Big, Bad Cat
What’s inside...
Three little pugs named Bubbles, Bandit, and Beauty live with their mother in the woods. One day, she tells them that it's time for them to set out on their own. The pugs head out to build their own houses, but they must be cautious of the Big, Bad Cat who poses a threat to their safety. As part of the new Let's Read Together collection, this humorous story introduces young readers to the value of perseverance and encourages language development. Let's Read Together is an ideal series to share special reading time with a child while introducing important gentle lessons. The series explores a variety of topics, including friendship, acceptance, teamwork, and empathy, all the while encouraging the development of language and reading skills.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the Pugs learned after their encounter with the Big, Bad Cat?
How did the actions of the pugs make you feel during the story?
If you were one of the Pugs, what would you have done differently?
Why do you think the cat was causing trouble for the Pugs?
What does this story teach us about solving problems?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the characters' actions. Ask them to imagine alternative endings or different reactions from the Pugs. Discuss the moral of the story and relate it to real-life situations they might encounter. Use expressions and voices for different characters to make the reading more interactive and fun.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: The three little pugs work together to outsmart the big, bad cat, showcasing how teamwork can overcome obstacles.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of collaborating with others, whether in school projects or during playtime, to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: Through the pugs' inventive methods to deal with the cat, children see active problem-solving in a fun context.
Real-World Application: This encourages young readers to think creatively when faced with challenges in their lives, fostering critical thinking skills.
Example Lesson: Resilience and Perseverance
Explanation: The pugs do not give up when their plans initially fail; instead, they keep trying new strategies.
Real-World Application: Kids learn the value of persistence in overcoming difficulties, a crucial skill for personal and academic success.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: The story concludes with the pugs and the cat understanding each other, highlighting the importance of empathy.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to consider others' perspectives and feelings, promoting social harmony and emotional intelligence.