Welcome to Wild Town
What’s inside...
An exciting first collaboration between two acclaimed poets, exploring the nature of 'wildness'. This poetry collection takes readers on a journey through Wild Town, where they encounter tigers, piranhas, electric eels, wolves, polar bears, orcas, and more. Each poem brings to life a different wild encounter in streets, houses, and parks, combining adventure with brilliant poetry. The collection is beautifully illustrated by the internationally bestselling illustrator Korky Paul.
Age
7-9
Length
96 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes Wild Town special?
If you could meet any character from Wild Town, who would it be and why?
How do you think the animals in Wild Town help each other?
What would you do if you visited Wild Town for a day?
How do you feel when you see the animals working together in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Let your child lead the conversation by expressing their favorite parts of the story or characters.
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in Wild Town and ask what role they would like to play there.
Discuss the importance of community and working together, drawing parallels from the book to real-life scenarios.
Ask your child to draw a picture of their favorite scene or character to extend engagement with the story’s themes.
Validate and explore your child's feelings about the story, making sure to reinforce positive messages about cooperation and friendship.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing diversity
Explanation: In 'Welcome to Wild Town', the array of quirky animal characters showcase a vibrant spectrum of personalities and species, celebrating differences.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and respect diversity among their peers, promoting inclusivity in their everyday interactions.
Example Lesson: Importance of cooperation
Explanation: The story illustrates how animals work together to solve problems and improve their community, emphasizing teamwork.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to collaborate with others at school or in play to achieve common goals and build strong relationships.
Example Lesson: Caring for the environment
Explanation: The narrative highlights how the residents of Wild Town care for their surroundings, teaching environmental stewardship.
Real-World Application: Children can adopt eco-friendly practices like recycling and conserving water to help protect their own local environment.
Example Lesson: Creativity and problem solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters use innovative ideas to tackle challenges, showcasing the power of creative thinking.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to use their imagination and creativity to solve problems they encounter in school or at home.
Example Lesson: Value of friendship
Explanation: The story emphasizes building and nurturing relationships among the town's inhabitants, highlighting the importance of friendship.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to cultivate and cherish friendships, enhancing their social skills and emotional development.