Your Foot's on My Feet!: And Other Tricky Nouns
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What’s inside...
Tongue-twisting verses and rib-tickling illustrations make it fun to learn the correct plurals of more than ninety irregular nouns.
Discussion points
What did you think about the way Marvin Terban played with words in the book? Can you think of any other tricky nouns?
How do you think understanding these tricky nouns can help us communicate better?
Which part of the book was the most confusing, and why? What can we do to understand it better?
Can you create a silly sentence using some of the tricky nouns from the book?
Why do you think the author chose to write about tricky nouns? Do you think it's important?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, discuss the concept of nouns with your child to lay a foundation for the tricky nouns explored in the book.
Pause at intervals to discuss any confusing nouns, and use real-life examples to explain how they work.
Encourage your child to come up with their own examples of tricky nouns and create a mini-story using them.
Post-reading, have a fun quiz where you challenge each other to identify nouns from the book in everyday settings.
Use the book as a gateway to discuss language and communication, highlighting why understanding different nouns is important.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding plural nouns
Explanation: The book creatively presents various tricky plural nouns, helping children grasp the sometimes confusing concept of singular and plural forms.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this knowledge in their writing and speaking, leading to better communication skills in school and daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Enhancing reading comprehension
Explanation: Through engaging narratives and examples, children are encouraged to pay close attention to the context to understand why certain nouns change in plural form.
Real-World Application: This skill helps in better understanding of reading materials, instructions, and storytelling, improving overall academic performance.
Example Lesson: Creativity in language use
Explanation: The playful use of language in the book inspires children to explore and play with words, boosting their linguistic creativity.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to experiment with creative writing and verbal expression, which can be beneficial in tasks such as story writing or presentations.
Example Lesson: Attention to detail
Explanation: By focusing on the peculiarities of plural nouns, children learn to pay attention to small details in language learning.
Real-World Application: This meticulous attention can enhance their focus and observation skills in other subjects such as math and science.