Where's the Animal Poo? A Search and Find
Where's the Poo.? Series
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What’s inside...
In 'Where's the Animal Poo? A Search and Find' by Alex Hunter, young readers embark on a fun and educational adventure to locate different types of animal poo throughout the book's illustrated pages. Aimed at teaching children about various animals and their habitats, the book presents a series of challenges where readers must find hidden droppings amidst various scenes. This interactive experience not only engages kids in a game of search and find but also imparts knowledge about animal behavior and biology in an entertaining way. The book is designed to stimulate curiosity, develop observation skills, and instigate laughter and learning through its unique and playful approach to a subject that naturally fascinates children.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What animals did you find in the book, and what do you think their habitat looks like?
Why do you think understanding where animals live and their habits is important?
How do you think the animal's environment affects where they decide to go to the bathroom?
What did you learn about the different types of animal poos and why do you think they look different?
If you were an animal, where would you choose to poo and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts about each animal and its habits discussed in the book.
Use the book as a starting point to teach your child about animal behavior and environmental awareness.
Ask your child to draw their favorite animal from the book and its habitat, highlighting where it might poo.
Compare the different kinds of poo mentioned in the book to emphasize biodiversity and adaptation in animals.
Relate the content of the book to your child’s everyday life by discussing the importance of cleanliness and hygiene in both humans and animals.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Attention to Detail
Explanation: As children search for animal poo hidden within the pages, they enhance their observation skills.
Real-World Application: Improved attention to detail can help children in academic settings, such as spotting differences or errors, and in everyday life by being more aware of their surroundings.
Example Lesson: Biodiversity Awareness
Explanation: The book introduces various animals and their habitats as part of the search, educating children about biodiversity.
Real-World Application: This lesson fosters environmental awareness and encourages responsible behavior towards preserving different species and their habitats.
Example Lesson: Patience and Persistence
Explanation: Children must patiently look through detailed illustrations to find clues, which promotes a sense of persistence.
Real-World Application: Nurturing patience and persistence aids children in tackling challenging tasks in school or in learning new skills.
Example Lesson: Categorization Skills
Explanation: Identifying different types of poo helps children learn to categorize based on characteristics.
Real-World Application: This skill is beneficial for academic subjects like biology and can aid in organizing information efficiently in various aspects of life.