Clothesline Clues to Sports People Play
#2 in Clothesline Clues Series
What’s inside...
Get in the game and use clues on the clotheslines to identify a slew of sports. Catchy rhymes and visual cues introduce young readers to sports in this companion to Clothesline Clues to Jobs People Do. The clues in each lively verse can be spotted hanging from the clotheslines. What athlete wears those items? Turn the page to discover the sport at hand—and the athlete in full gear! From baseball and soccer, to fencing and archery, there's something for everyone—including a surprise ending. A perfect choice for reading aloud and encouraging kids to join in the guessing and reveal. Andy Robert Davies's quirky illustrations build a separate story from the text. Close attention to the details will help young readers build their own storytelling skills and help them make visual connections.
Discussion points
What sports do you recognize on the clothesline, and which ones would you like to try?
Why do you think each sport has different clothes and equipment?
How do you think playing sports can help someone?
What do you feel is the most fun part about playing or watching sports?
If you could invent a new sport, what would it be like and what would you need to play it?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about each sport, even if they haven't tried it yet. Use descriptive language from the book to help them imagine playing each sport. Discuss the importance of teamwork and practice in sports. Relate the sports in the book to any physical activities your child enjoys, or to games they have seen or played. Explore the emotion and excitement that comes with participating in or watching sports, emphasizing the joy and healthy competition.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: The book showcases various sports, emphasizing how players work together to achieve common goals.
Real-World Application: Children can apply the teamwork concept by participating in group activities or sports, learning to cooperate and value each other’s contributions.
Example Lesson: Understanding Rules and Fair Play
Explanation: Through the depiction of different sports, the book illustrates the importance of following rules to ensure fairness.
Real-World Application: Children learn to follow rules in games and can generalize this behavior to classroom settings and everyday interactions.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for Diversity in Sports
Explanation: The book presents a range of sports, introducing children to the wide world of athletics and various roles within a team.
Real-World Application: This exposure helps children respect diverse talents and interests, encouraging them to explore and respect various physical activities.
Example Lesson: Developing an Active Lifestyle
Explanation: By portraying sports positively, the book promotes physical activity as fun and beneficial.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to engage in physical activities, understanding the health benefits and enjoyment sports can bring.