Where Is Tabby Cat? (Brand New Readers)
Brand New Readers Series
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What’s inside...
Readers meet Tabby Cat again in a collection of cheerful and amusing stories designed for beginner readers to quickly master early reading skills. The book includes helpful support notes for parents and encourages visiting www.brandnewreaders.com to learn more about the series and try a story online. Brand New Readers are short, funny stories with words and pictures that help children reading for the very first time succeed—and have fun! They are for children who are just cracking the reading code, with ages ranging from four to seven. A special 48-page hardcover library bind-up edition is available, which includes all four stories bound into one sturdy book for easy shelving.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Tabby Cat
Discussion points
Why do you think Tabby Cat likes to hide?
What do you think Tabby Cat will do next?
How do you feel when you play hide and seek?
What other places can Tabby Cat hide in?
What would you do if you were looking for Tabby Cat?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use different voices for each character to make the story more lively and engaging.
After reading, play a game of hide and seek to connect the story with a fun activity.
Ask your child to draw their favorite hiding spot for Tabby Cat and explain why they chose it.
Encourage your child to guess where Tabby Cat might hide next before turning the page.
Discuss the importance of playing and hiding, and relate them to personal experiences with your child.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: In 'Where Is Tabby Cat?', children follow the character as they search for the missing cat, demonstrating basic problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Children learn to approach problems systematically, enhancing their ability to think critically and solve problems they encounter in everyday life.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: The story shows the character's determination in continuing the search for Tabby Cat despite challenges, teaching perseverance.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to keep trying and not give up easily in their tasks whether it’s during playtime or while learning new skills.
Example Lesson: Observation Skills
Explanation: The search for Tabby Cat sharpens children’s observation skills as they look for clues in the illustrations.
Real-World Application: This can help children become more detail-oriented and observant in their daily activities, improving their attention to detail.
Example Lesson: Emotional Awareness
Explanation: The book subtly addresses the feelings of worry and relief as the character searches for and eventually finds Tabby Cat, teaching children about emotional coping.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to identify and manage their emotions better, helping them in social interactions and personal development.