WHY RABBIT'S EARS ARE LONG
#3 in Dominie Readers Series
What’s inside...
These enchanting Dominie Readers books for K-2 children feature delightful rhymes, humorous stories, and beautifully crafted illustrations to encourage early reading success. Using simple language, repetitive patterns, and engaging content, these books are designed to reinforce fundamental reading skills. The stories are filled with amusing characters and plotlines that capture children's imaginations, helping them develop comprehension and vocabulary through various genres. Suitable for small group, independent reading, and whole-class instruction, these books align with the Reading First initiative. Additionally, the book about the rabbit, targeted at children aged 7-9, uses rhyming language and humorous illustrations to explain why rabbit's ears grew long, fostering imagination and entertainment.
Discussion points
What do you think Rabbit learned from his adventure?
How do you think the other animals felt about Rabbit's long ears?
Why is it important to listen to our friends' advice?
What would you have done if you were in Rabbit's place?
How do you think the story would change if Rabbit's ears had stayed short?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the reading session more interactive and fun.
Pause after significant events in the story to ask your child how they feel or what they predict will happen next.
Relate the story's morals to real-life situations in your child's life to enhance understanding and personal connection.
Encourage your child to draw a scene from the book, deepening their engagement with the story’s themes.
Discuss the importance of listening and understanding, drawing parallels between the character's experiences and the child's own experiences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Listening
Explanation: The story shows how Rabbit's initial failure to listen to warnings leads to his long ears, emphasizing the value of paying attention to advice.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value the importance of listening to parents, teachers, and peers, which can help them make better decisions.
Example Lesson: Consequences of Actions
Explanation: Rabbit experiences a physical change as a result of his actions, teaching that actions have consequences.
Real-World Application: Kids understand that their actions, whether good or bad, will have outcomes that affect them and others.
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: Despite his new long ears, Rabbit learns to adapt and live happily, illustrating the ability to adjust to new situations.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to adapt to changes such as moving to a new place or adjusting to a new school environment.
Example Lesson: Creativity in Problem Solving
Explanation: Rabbit uses his long ears to his advantage, showing creativity in solving problems.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think creatively when faced with challenges, using their unique skills and abilities to find solutions.
Example Lesson: Learning from Mistakes
Explanation: Rabbit’s journey is about learning from his initial mistake, highlighting the importance of personal growth and learning.
Real-World Application: Teaches children that mistakes are a part of learning and that they can grow and improve through experiences.