Who's on the Broom?: A Room on the Broom Book
Room On The Broom Series
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What’s inside...
This delightful board book is a spin-off from the beloved children's picture book 'Room on the Broom' by Julia Donaldson. It introduces young readers to the characters from the original story, inviting them to guess who's on the broom as they turn each page. With its simple, rhyming text and interactive format, it's perfect for preschoolers who are just starting to engage with books. Celebrating 20 years of Room on the Broom, this edition features soft fabric flaps on every page, allowing young readers to lift them and meet their favorite characters. The soft flaps are easy to lift and help develop fine motor skills. Join the witch and all her animal friends for a magical broomstick adventure in 'Who's on the A Room on the Broom Book' by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-5
Length
12 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes the witch and her cat such good friends?
How do the other characters help the witch throughout the story?
Why do you think the witch allows more animals to join her on the broom?
What would you do if you were the witch? Would you let others ride on your broom?
How do you feel when the broom breaks, and how did it change when everyone worked together?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the friendship and teamwork displayed in the book.
Ask your child to think about times they have needed help from friends and how they felt receiving that help.
Discuss the importance of inclusivity and kindness, as shown by the witch, and relate it to your child’s everyday experiences.
Create a fun environment by using different voices for each character when discussing the book to make the conversation more engaging.
Praise your child’s responses and thoughts to build confidence in expressing their ideas and feelings.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: The book demonstrates teamwork as various characters work together to overcome challenges on their magical journey.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of collaborating with others and how teamwork can help solve problems in school or playtime activities.
Example Lesson: Inclusivity
Explanation: Characters in the story, despite their differences, are all welcomed to join the broom, promoting a message of acceptance.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to embrace diversity and be inclusive of peers with different backgrounds and abilities in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The characters encounter various obstacles and work together to come up with creative solutions, demonstrating effective problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to think creatively and use problem-solving skills in everyday situations, from resolving conflicts with friends to tackling school projects.
Example Lesson: Kindness and Helping Others
Explanation: The story highlights acts of kindness, as characters help each other in times of need without expecting anything in return.
Real-World Application: This reinforces the value of kindness and offers a model for children to help others in their community or school.
Example Lesson: Coping with Loss and Recovery
Explanation: The story subtly touches on dealing with the loss of possessions and recovering from setbacks when the witch loses items that are found by other characters.
Real-World Application: It teaches children resilience and the ability to recover from loss, whether it’s a lost toy or adapting to bigger life changes.