Ferocious Fluffity: A Mighty Bite-y Class Pet
What’s inside...
Mr. Drake's second grade class has a new class pet named Fluffity, who appears to be a cute and docile hamster. However, the kids soon discover that Fluffity is not the cuddly pet they expected. Once her cage door opens, Fluffity becomes ferocious, biting and chasing everyone around school. The bestselling team behind 'Chicken Butt!' and 'Chicken Butt’s Back!' presents another humorous tale with pitch-perfect rhymes by Erica Perl and comical illustrations by Henry Cole. This story is perfect for read-aloud sessions in classrooms and will resonate with any child who has ever wanted a pet.
Age
5-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
The Class
Teacher
Fluffity
Discussion points
What do you think Ferocious Fluffity felt when she first met the class?
How did the class' behavior change from before they met Fluffity to after? Why do you think that happened?
What lessons did the children learn about caring for a pet? Can you apply any of these lessons to our pet or how you would treat animals?
Why is it important to understand a pet's needs and behavior? How do you think the story would have ended if the class knew this from the beginning?
What would you have done differently if you were in the class with Fluffity?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to reflect on how Fluffity’s actions affected the students, promoting empathy and understanding of consequences.
Discuss with your child the responsibilities involved in taking care of pets and why understanding animal behavior is important.
Use the book’s colorful illustrations to explore emotions and actions, asking your child to point out what makes Fluffity feel comfortable or scared.
Relate the story to personal experiences, especially if your child has interacted with pets, and discuss feeling responsible and caring for others.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The story illustrates the importance of taking care of pets properly, as evident when the class learns to handle Fluffity appropriately after an initial mishap.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by understanding the responsibilities involved in taking care of their pets or belongings, learning the consequences of neglect or improper handling.
Example Lesson: Consequences of Actions
Explanation: Throughout the book, the children experience firsthand the results of not following instructions, leading to chaos when Fluffity becomes aggressive.
Real-World Application: This can teach children to consider the potential outcomes of their actions, encouraging them to listen and adhere to guidelines set by adults for their safety.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: As the students learn more about Fluffity’s needs, they begin to empathize with the pet and understand how to make her comfortable.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to empathize with others' feelings and needs, helping them to develop compassionate relationships with both pets and peers.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The resolution of the problem with Fluffity comes when the class works together to safely handle and care for the pet.
Real-World Application: This lesson highlights the importance of collaboration and working together to solve problems, a skill valuable in school projects and family activities.
Example Lesson: Learning from Mistakes
Explanation: After their initial mistake of mishandling Fluffity, the class learns from their error and changes their approach to make things right.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of acknowledging mistakes, learning from them, and making amends, promoting personal growth and maturity.