The Bailey School Kids Series
Genies Dont Ride Bicycles
What’s inside...
The Bailey School kids are in for a magical surprise when they stumble upon a genie in a bottle in their neighborhood. They soon realize the genie is more trouble than they bargained for, and it’s up to them to put the genie back in her bottle before their wishes spiral out of control.
Age
7-10
Length
80 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Discussion points
Why do you think genies don't ride bicycles in the story?
What would you wish for if you met a genie, and why?
How did the characters in the book react to meeting a genie? How would you react?
What are some differences and similarities between the genie in the book and genies you've seen in other stories or movies?
How would the story change if the genie could ride a bicycle?
Tip: Role play these questions
Offer personal reflections on the story to show engagement and encourage your child to share their thoughts.
Ask your child to imagine their own magical adventure – what magical creature would they meet, and what would happen?
Encourage your child to think about the moral of the story and what they can learn from the characters' experiences with the genie.
Discuss the setting of the book and explore how it contributes to the magical elements of the story.
Use expressive reading to make the magical and fantastical elements of the story come alive during read-aloud sessions.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of keeping promises
Explanation: In 'Genies Don't Ride Bicycles,' the characters make promises to the genie, and throughout the story, they learn the importance of fulfilling these promises despite facing various challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by understanding the value of trust and the importance of keeping their word in their interactions with friends and family.
Example Lesson: The power of teamwork
Explanation: The book showcases how the characters must work together to solve problems that arise with the genie's magic. This collaboration highlights the effectiveness of working as a team.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to collaborate with peers during group activities in school or play, appreciating that collective effort can lead to successful outcomes.
Example Lesson: Respecting differences
Explanation: As the characters interact with a magical genie, who is different from them, they learn to accept and respect these differences, understanding that everyone has unique traits and abilities.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to embrace diversity among their peers, promoting inclusivity and respect in their everyday social interactions.
Example Lesson: The consequences of wishes
Explanation: The story explores the outcomes of the characters' wishes made to the genie, teaching children that decisions can have far-reaching consequences.
Real-World Application: This can help children think critically about their choices and consider potential outcomes before making decisions.