Tom and Millie: Tom and Millie's Great Big Treasure Hunt
#2 in Tom and Millie Series
What’s inside...
Tom and Millie are on a treasure hunt and, as they go from the busy beach to the crowded town to the packed playground, all their friends join in their search. There's lots to look at and to find, including different colours, numbers and shapes - and every other spread invites the reader to look, too. Guy Parker-Rees has created a wonderful world that children will be eager to explore.
Discussion points
What would you do if you found a treasure map like Tom and Millie? Where would you start looking?
How did Tom and Millie work together during their treasure hunt? Can you think of a time when you worked well with a friend?
What was the most exciting part of their adventure for you? Why?
How do you think Tom and Millie felt when they found the treasure? Have you ever found something special?
What kind of treasure would you like to find? Why is it valuable to you?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences by asking them about times they’ve embarked on an adventure or discovered something new.
Foster a cooperative spirit by discussing how Tom and Millie worked together and asking your child about times they have collaborated with others.
Highlight the emotional aspects of the story by talking about how the characters might have felt during different events, and ask your child how they would feel in similar situations.
Stimulate creativity by asking your child to imagine their own treasure hunt or to draw a map leading to a treasure they'd love to find.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: Throughout 'Tom and Millie's Great Big Treasure Hunt', Tom and Millie work together to solve clues and find the treasure. Their success is a product of their collaborative efforts, showing how teamwork can lead to achieving goals.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning the importance of collaborating to accomplish tasks and solve problems together.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The book presents a series of clues that Tom and Millie must decipher to find the treasure. This encourages critical thinking and problem solving as they analyze and interpret each clue.
Real-World Application: This helps children in real life to develop critical thinking skills. They learn to assess situations, ask questions, and find solutions to everyday challenges, such as figuring out how to share toys or completing homework assignments.
Example Lesson: Adventure and Exploration
Explanation: The treasure hunt takes Tom and Millie on an adventurous journey, sparking curiosity and excitement about exploring the unknown.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to explore their own environments, whether a backyard, a local park, or a new book, fostering a sense of discovery and a love for learning.