Zoe's Rescue Zoo: The Worried Wombat
Zoe'S Rescue Zoo Series
What’s inside...
In this charming tale, Zoe Parker has a secret: she can talk to animals! The Worried Wombat introduces a new arrival at her Uncle Horace’s Rescue Zoo—a baby wombat who is so worried and shy that he won't come out of his shell. It's up to Zoe to help the wombat and make him feel at home. At Zoe's Rescue Zoo only the cutest, cuddliest animals need apply!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
128 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Zoe Parker
Willow The Wombat
Great-Uncle Horace
Dr. Parker
Discussion points
How do you think Zoe felt when she met the worried wombat for the first time?
What are some ways Zoe helped the wombat feel less worried?
Can you think of a time when you felt worried like the wombat? What helped you feel better?
Why do you think it's important to help animals who are feeling scared or worried?
If you were Zoe, what would you do differently or the same to help the wombat?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the discussion by sharing a personal story of a time when you felt worried and what helped you overcome it.
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the book, and relate those feelings to their own experiences.
Highlight the importance of empathy by discussing how understanding the wombat’s feelings helped Zoe take better care of it.
Ask your child about the ways they help their friends or pets when they are upset, drawing parallels to the story.
Praise your child for thoughtful answers and encourage them to think about other ways they can help others in their everyday life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and compassion
Explanation: In 'Zoe's Rescue Zoo: The Worried Wombat', Zoe's caring and empathetic approach towards the troubled wombat demonstrates the importance of understanding other's feelings.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to recognize emotions in others and respond with kindness and support in their daily interactions with peers and adults.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The story highlights Zoe's responsibilities in taking care of the animals, teaching the importance of being reliable and dependable.
Real-World Application: This lesson can inspire children to take responsibility for their tasks, such as homework or chores, understanding the value of fulfilling their duties consistently.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Zoe shows initiative and problem-solving abilities when figuring out what is troubling the wombat, illustrating the importance of critical thinking and resourcefulness.
Real-World Application: Children can apply problem-solving skills to overcome challenges in school or in social scenarios, fostering resilience and independence.
Example Lesson: Respect for animals and nature
Explanation: The book emphasizes the care and respect Zoe shows for the animals and their habitats, underlining the importance of conservation and animal welfare.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to be mindful of their environment, promoting actions such as recycling, conservation, and kindness towards animals.