Which Witch Is Which? (Big Bird's Favorites Board Books)
Big Bird's Favorites Board Books Series
What’s inside...
When all the Sesame Street friends dress as witches for Halloween, they make people guess which witch is which in order to get treats, but Oscar the Grouch has a special Halloween trick--or treat--of his own!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
1-4
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Big Bird
Discussion points
What do you think makes each witch unique in this story?
How did the witches solve their problems? Can you think of a time you solved a problem with your friends?
What would you do if you met a new witch? How would you make them feel welcome?
Which witch was your favorite and why?
What lesson did you learn from this story about friendship?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for each witch to make the story more engaging and to help distinguish between the characters.
Ask your child to guess what might happen next in the story to keep them thinking actively as you read.
Relate the witches' experiences to your child’s everyday life, such as making new friends or solving small problems, to deepen their understanding.
Encourage your child to describe the different witches, focusing on their characteristics, to enhance their descriptive language skills.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their favorite witch and explain why they chose that particular one, promoting creativity and self-expression.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding Differences
Explanation: In 'Which Witch Is Which?', children encounter various witches with different characteristics, teaching them to recognize and appreciate differences among individuals.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by embracing diversity in their classrooms and communities, helping them to build more inclusive environments.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: The storyline involves figuring out the identity of each witch, which encourages children to think critically and solve problems.
Real-World Application: This skill helps children tackle challenges in schoolwork and in daily decisions, enhancing their cognitive development and decision-making abilities.
Example Lesson: Memory Enhancement
Explanation: As children try to remember details about each witch to identify them, their memory skills are sharpened.
Real-World Application: Improved memory can aid children in academic learning, remembering tasks, and following instructions more effectively.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: Characters in the book work together to uncover the mystery of the witches, demonstrating the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of cooperating and working collectively in group activities at school or in sports.
Example Lesson: The Joy of Reading
Explanation: The engaging and playful narrative of 'Which Witch Is Which?' fosters a love for reading.
Real-World Application: Encouraging an early love for reading can lead to lifelong learning, improved literacy, and better communication skills.