Trick or Treat, Pout-Pout Fish
#8 of 12 in The Pout-Pout Fish Series
What’s inside...
In this story, Pout-Pout Fish is getting ready for Halloween. With fun rhymes and vibrant illustrations, the author takes young readers on a journey as Pout-Pout Fish tries on different costumes and prepares for a night of trick or treating. The story encourages friendship, bravery, and the joy of Halloween. It’s Halloween under the sea in this spooktacular Pout-Pout Fish mini-adventure from the New York Times–bestselling series, perfect for trick-or-treat gift bags. Happy Halloween! Mr. Fish is wearing his costume, but what is he dressed as? A goblin? An astronaut in space? A pirate at the helm of a spooky submarine? Tiny tots will love swimming along with Mr. Fish as he turns little pouts into big smiles, in this fun family read-aloud for Halloween celebrations. Featuring short and simple text, this board book will send Deborah Diesen and Dan Hanna’s much-loved Pout-Pout Fish flippering and swishing into the hearts and minds of the youngest guppies.
Discussion points
How do you think Pout-Pout Fish felt during his trick-or-treat adventure?
Can you think of a time when you were scared like Pout-Pout Fish but then realized it wasn't so scary after all?
What are some ways Pout-Pout Fish showed kindness to his friends?
Why is it important to be brave and try new things, even if they seem a little scary at first?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate to Pout-Pout Fish’s emotions and experiences by sharing their own similar feelings or events. Use expressive facial expressions and voice modulation to make the reading more dynamic and captivating. After reading the book, plan a small trick-or-treat role-play to deepen the understanding of the story’s themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Bravery in facing fears
Explanation: In 'Trick or Treat, Pout-Pout Fish', the main character, Mr. Fish, overcomes his fear of the dark and spooky aspects of Halloween, demonstrating bravery.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to confront their own fears, whether it's trying new activities or facing the dark, enhancing their emotional resilience.
Example Lesson: The joy of sharing experiences
Explanation: Throughout the story, Mr. Fish enjoys Halloween festivities with his friends, showing how shared experiences can bring happiness.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to participate in group activities, fostering a sense of community and shared joy.
Example Lesson: Importance of kindness
Explanation: Mr. Fish and his friends treat each other with kindness during their Halloween adventure, emphasizing respectful and caring interactions.
Real-World Application: This lesson promotes the practice of kindness and consideration in a child's interactions at home, school, and play.