When We Go Walking
What’s inside...
Wendy and her exuberant family of walkers discover new things on Rambling Road every day in all kinds of weather. No one keeps the things they find except for Wendy: numbers and letters, ribbon and string, a bucket, a ball, a wheel from a wagon. But what will she do with all this stuff? One snowy day when no one can go walking, Wendy uses her treasure trove of found objects to create her own special version of Rambling Road for her family to share and celebrate. Full of surprises on every page, this is a book that will inspire young readers to walk, discover and create on their own.
Age
2-6
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Unidentified Girl
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the walk the family took, and why?
How do you think the little girl felt when she found something interesting? Have you ever felt the same way?
Why is it important to explore and observe the world around us?
If you could add one more item to the family’s collection from their walk, what would it be and why?
How can we make our walks even more fun and interesting?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their personal experiences by asking them about their own observations during walks or outdoor activities. Highlight the joy of discovery and the value of spending time together as a family. You can also plan a walking adventure similar to the book’s storyline to deepen the connection with the book’s theme.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Observation Skills
Explanation: The book centers around a young girl who notices unusual objects while walking with her family, creating a treasure map from her findings.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to be more observant of their surroundings, enhancing their attention to detail and curiosity about the world.
Example Lesson: Value of Imagination
Explanation: The protagonist uses her imagination to create adventures and stories from ordinary objects she finds.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to use their creativity to turn everyday situations into exciting and imaginative play, fostering creative thinking skills.
Example Lesson: Importance of Family Time
Explanation: The story showcases a family spending quality time together on their walks, which plays a crucial role in the narrative.
Real-World Application: It promotes the idea of spending time with family, showing children the importance of family bonds and shared experiences.
Example Lesson: Environmental Awareness
Explanation: By collecting items usually considered as 'litter,' the narrative subtly teaches about environmental cleanliness and conservation.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of keeping their surroundings clean and the potential to repurpose items creatively, which can lead to environmentally conscious behavior.