Visiting Grandad
Ladybird tales Series
What’s inside...
In 'Visiting Grandad,' young readers join the delightful adventure of a child visiting their grandfather's house. This heartwarming tale by Ladybird captures the essence of family bonds and the excitement of spending quality time with loved ones. Throughout the story, children learn about the importance of family connections and the joys of creating lasting memories with grandparents. Visiting Grandad is from Beginner Reader Level 0 and is ideal for children aged from 4+ who are developing their phonics and early reading skills. Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading. With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-5
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How did the characters feel when they visited Grandad? Can you describe those feelings?
What are some fun activities they did at Grandad's house? Which one would you like to try?
Why is it important to spend time with family members like grandparents?
What did the characters learn from their visit to Grandad? What would you like to learn from your grandparents?
How do you think the story would change if it was visiting Grandma instead?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate their personal experiences with visiting grandparents or elderly relatives to those depicted in the book.
Ask your child to imagine what activities they might do if they were in the story, fostering creativity and personal connection to the narrative.
Discuss the importance of family bonds and how different generations can learn from each other, which can enhance emotional understanding.
Utilize the portrayal of emotions in the book to talk about empathy and recognizing feelings in themselves and others.
After reading, consider planning a visit to a grandparent or an elderly relative, which can turn the discussion into a real-life application.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Value of Family Bonds
Explanation: The story illustrates the strong bond between the child and their grandad, showcasing the joys and the wisdom shared during their visits.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to cherish and respect their relationships with grandparents and other family members, fostering strong family ties.
Example Lesson: Importance of Communication
Explanation: The interactions between the child and their grandad emphasize the importance of communication in building relationships and understanding each other.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the value of expressing themselves and listening to others in daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Respect for Elders
Explanation: The story encourages respecting and valuing the elderly as it portrays the grandad sharing stories and life lessons with the child.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by showing respect and kindness to older family members and other elders in their community.
Example Lesson: Learning through Stories
Explanation: Grandad uses stories from his past to teach the child about life, effectively using storytelling as an educational tool.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to be curious and learn from the experiences shared by others, enhancing their knowledge and understanding.
Example Lesson: Joy of Spending Time Together
Explanation: The book highlights how both the grandad and the child look forward to their visits, showing that spending quality time together is a source of happiness.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of being present and enjoying moments with loved ones, making them value personal connections.