A Chip for Me: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 4)
Red Squirrel Phonics Series
What’s inside...
Join Sammy, the adventurous red squirrel, on his quest to find more acorns. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about friendship, sharing, and courage. Additionally, discover 'Red Squirrel Phonics', a new series of decodable readers from Raintree. This systematic program teaches children phonics skills through real stories using words they can read, ensuring success from their first book. In Level 4, a family trip to the beach leads to an encounter with a seagull on the hunt for food, resulting in a humorous exchange.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the main character learned by the end of the story?
How did the main character feel when they received the chip? Can you relate to that feeling?
Why do you think sharing was an important theme in this book?
What would you have done if you were in the main character's place?
How do you think the story would change if it happened in a different place or time?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, validating their emotions and perspectives.
Discuss the theme of sharing and its importance in friendships and community.
Relate the book's scenarios to your child’s life, asking if they have experienced anything similar.
Use variations in voice tone and expressions to make the discussion more animated and engaging.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Sharing and Generosity
Explanation: In the story, the main character learns the importance of sharing resources with others through an engaging narrative about sharing acorns.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to share their toys or snacks with their friends and siblings, fostering a sense of kindness and community.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The characters encounter challenges that require teamwork and clever thinking to resolve, demonstrating effective problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think critically and collaboratively when faced with their own challenges, whether at school or in play.
Example Lesson: The Value of Friendship
Explanation: As the characters work together to collect acorns, they show how friendships can provide support and make tasks more enjoyable.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value and nurture their relationships, understanding that friendships are supportive and enriching parts of life.