Felt Flaps Series
Where's Mrs T-Rex?: Felt Flaps Buggy Book
2024 by
What’s inside...
A delightful lift-the-flap book for toddlers that invites them on a playful search to find Mrs. T-Rex. With colorful illustrations and felt flaps to lift, this book encourages interactive play and hand-eye coordination.
Why read this book
- Interactive felt flaps enhance sensory development.
- Stimulates curiosity with colorful dinosaur hide-and-seek.
- Encourages object permanence understanding.
- Perfect for on-the-go entertainment in strollers.
The Big Picture
- Stimulates curiosity through interactive felt flap design.
- Enhances memory and recognition skills.
- Encourages problem-solving and perseverance.
- Promotes engagement and interactive learning.
Diversity & Representation
- Promotes gender diversity with female dinosaur character, Mrs. T-Rex.
- Fosters inclusivity through engaging, universal dinosaur-themed adventure.
- Enhances cultural awareness with varied prehistoric settings exploration.
Age
1-3
Length
12 pages
Text complexity
beginner
Character Compass
Discussion points
What do you think Mrs. T-Rex looks like? Can you describe her?
Why do you think Mrs. T-Rex is hiding? Where would you hide if you were playing hide and seek?
How do you think the other dinosaurs feel when they find Mrs. T-Rex?
What colors do you see in the book? Which one is your favorite and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to use their imagination by asking them to think about the characters' feelings and motivations. Use the colorful illustrations to guide visual exploration and identification. Reinforce the fun of discovery by celebrating when they successfully find Mrs. T-Rex. Discuss the concept of hiding and seeking, relating it to games they play themselves to deepen their connection with the story.
What parents love
Perfect for tiny hands, keeps my toddler engaged!
Educational yet so fun, we read it every day!
The felt flaps are a hit, great for sensory play!
Love the colorful dinosaurs, it’s our favorite travel book!
Key Lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: In 'Where's Mrs T-Rex?', children are engaged in a hide-and-seek game using felt flaps to discover where Mrs T-Rex is hiding. This interactive element encourages children to think and predict outcomes.
Real-World Application: These problem-solving skills can be utilized in everyday situations where children need to analyze their environment and make decisions, like finding a lost toy.
Example Lesson: Understanding of object permanence
Explanation: The hidden-and-revealed aspect of the game in the book teaches children that objects (or characters like Mrs T-Rex) still exist even when they can't be seen, a fundamental concept in cognitive development.
Real-World Application: This understanding helps children in comprehending that people and things are still there even when out of sight, easing separation anxiety and enhancing emotional security.
Example Lesson: Memory enhancement
Explanation: Repeatedly opening flaps and recalling which characters are behind them help in boosting memory and recognition skills.
Real-World Application: Improved memory aids children not only in academic learning but also in daily activities that require recall of familiar faces, places, and routines.
Example Lesson: Vocabulary expansion
Explanation: Exploring different dinosaurs with names and characteristics introduces new words and concepts to children, enriching their vocabulary and understanding of the world.
Real-World Application: Enhanced vocabulary allows for better communication and comprehension skills, essential for effective interaction in school and social settings.