Bundle Up, Penelope Rex! (A Penelope Rex Book)
Penelope Rex Series
What’s inside...
On the first snowy morning of the year, young T-rex Penelope cannot wait to rush outside. But before she can make snow-angels, her parents insist she layer on an ever-growing pile of winter clothes. Penelope’s impatience leads to comic trouble—she over-bundles, overheats, then strips down too far and ends up shivering! After trial-and-error, Penelope finally discovers the just-right balance between staying warm and staying comfortable, learning that a little planning makes winter play more fun.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-2
Length
24 pages
Character compass
Penelope Rex
Mrs. Noodle
Discussion points
Why did Penelope overheat when she wore too many layers?
How did she feel when she removed too many clothes?
What would you put on first when it’s snowy?
How did Penelope solve her problem?
What can we learn about listening to advice?
Tip: Role play these questions
Let children act out layering stuffed animals while reading.
Compare Penelope’s feelings to times your child felt too hot or cold.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Plan before you act
Explanation: Penelope’s haste leads to discomfort; planning fixes it.
Real-World Application: Think about weather before choosing clothes for school.
Example Lesson: Listen to caring advice
Explanation: Parents guide Penelope kindly, helping her succeed.
Real-World Application: Value grown-ups’ safety tips, like fastening seatbelts.
Example Lesson: Find balance
Explanation: Too much or too little bundling causes problems.
Real-World Application: Moderation—whether in snacks, screen time, or layers.
Example Lesson: Learn from mistakes
Explanation: Penelope experiments until she gets it right.
Real-World Application: Mistakes are part of learning new skills.