Bug Club Red C (KS1) Rat and Cat in Let's Jump
BUG CLUB Series
What’s inside...
Rat and Cat are two engaging characters who decide to have a jumping competition. Along the way, they learn about friendship, overcoming obstacles, and the joy of sports. This title is part of Pearson’s Bug Club - the first whole-school reading programme that joins books and an online reading world to teach today’s children to read. In this book, Rat has a plan to make Cat jump up high. Suitable for Ages 4-5 (Red level C).
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
12 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Rat and Cat were feeling when they decided to jump together?
What kind of adventures can Rat and Cat have next?
Why is teamwork important when facing new challenges?
How can helping others make us feel happy?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for Rat and Cat to make the story more lively and engaging for your child.
Pause after reading key scenes to ask your child how they would react in similar situations.
Relate the story to your child’s experiences by discussing any moments where they needed to cooperate with others.
Encourage your child to draw a picture of what they think Rat and Cat’s next adventure could look like.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Cooperation and teamwork
Explanation: In 'Let's Jump', Rat and Cat work together to find a solution to their problem, demonstrating the power of collaboration.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of working together to achieve common goals, which can be applied in group activities at school or during playtime.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The characters face challenges that they overcome by thinking creatively and trying different solutions.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to think critically and adaptively when faced with obstacles, skills that are useful in academic and social settings.
Example Lesson: Physical activity
Explanation: The story revolves around jumping, an activity that promotes physical fitness.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to participate in physical activities, highlighting the fun and benefits of staying active.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Rat and Cat continue trying despite initial failures, showcasing determination.
Real-World Application: Instills the value of persistence in children, teaching them to keep trying until they succeed, applicable in learning new skills or in sports.
Example Lesson: Enjoyment in simple pleasures
Explanation: The joy derived from the simple act of jumping emphasizes finding happiness in simple activities.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to find joy in everyday activities and appreciate the small moments.