Ginger Fudge: (Red Squirrel Phonics Level 7)
Red Squirrel Phonics Series
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What’s inside...
Ginger Fudge follows the enchanting adventures of a clever red squirrel named Ginger, who overcomes various challenges in the forest with wit and courage. Red Squirrel Phonics is a decodable reader series by Raintree, teaching children phonics skills through real stories using decodable texts. This Level 7 book narrates the story of Gem who can't find her ginger cat, Fudge, and eventually spots a bulge in the snow that might be him.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the red squirrel felt when it first tried the ginger fudge?
How do you think making ginger fudge brought the forest friends together?
Can you imagine a different ending for the story? What would it be?
Why do you think the author chose a red squirrel as the main character?
What lesson did you learn from the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, use expressive gestures and tones to make the story come alive.
Ask your child to draw or describe their favorite scene. This can lead to deeper understanding of the story's impact.
Encourage your child to connect the story to their own experiences, like a time they tried something new or helped a friend.
Pause at key moments in the story to ask your child what they think might happen next, fostering predictive skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: In the story, the main character faces various challenges that require clever solutions, demonstrating the process of problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think critically and develop strategies to overcome obstacles they encounter in daily activities or in their learning processes.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: Characters in the book often work together to achieve common goals, highlighting the importance of cooperation and teamwork.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of working with others to accomplish tasks and the importance of contributing effectively in group settings such as school projects or sports teams.
Example Lesson: The importance of reading and phonics
Explanation: The book, being part of the Red Squirrel Phonics series, emphasizes phonetic skills and the joy of reading through its narrative and structure.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to practice reading at home, enhancing their phonetic skills and overall literacy, which is crucial for academic success.
Example Lesson: Creativity and imagination
Explanation: The vibrant illustrations and creative storylines spark imagination, encouraging children to think outside the box.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to engage in creative activities such as drawing, storytelling, or imaginative play, fostering creative thinking skills.