Johnny The Ambulance Vol. 2: Hometown Heroes
#2 of 5 in Johnny The Ambulance Series
What’s inside...
Shane is a great student, brother, and friend who idolizes Johnny the Ambulance and his talented friend Jimmy. Inspired by their heroic deeds, Shane attempts to emulate them. However, when Shane finds himself in a perilous situation, he is left to wonder if Johnny and Jimmy will come to his rescue.
Discussion points
What do you think makes someone a hero in our community, like Johnny the Ambulance?
How did Johnny help the people in his hometown? Can you think of ways we can help others around us?
Why is teamwork important when helping others, as seen in the book?
What qualities do you admire most about Johnny and his friends?
If you were part of Johnny’s rescue team, what role would you choose and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child what they think an ambulance does. This sets the stage for understanding Johnny’s role.
Pause at key moments in the story to ask your child what they think will happen next, fostering prediction skills.
Encourage your child to express what they felt about the book’s events, promoting emotional intelligence.
After reading, relate the story to your child’s life by discussing times when they helped someone or worked as part of a team.
Use the illustrations in the book to discuss details and develop observational skills, asking your child to describe what they see.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and compassion
Explanation: Johnny the Ambulance helps injured people in his community, showing care and concern for their well-being.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of caring for others and can practice empathy by helping friends or family in need.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Johnny collaborates with firefighters and police officers to save the day, demonstrating how teamwork can achieve great results.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson by working cooperatively in group activities or team sports, appreciating each member's role.
Example Lesson: Courage and bravery
Explanation: Despite the dangers, Johnny bravely performs his duties, teaching children the importance of facing challenges with courage.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to embrace challenges in their daily activities, whether trying new things or standing up for what is right.
Example Lesson: Importance of community helpers
Explanation: The story highlights the roles of various community helpers like doctors, nurses, and police officers, showing how they work together to keep everyone safe.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand and appreciate the critical roles of community helpers and inspire respect and gratitude towards them.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Johnny takes his duties seriously, ensuring he is always ready to respond to emergencies, demonstrating the value of responsibility.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand the importance of being responsible and reliable in their own tasks, such as homework or chores.