Karlos with a K
What’s inside...
This book is about a little guy named Karlos, whose name isn't spelled the usual way. As people encounter his unique name, they often hear or say different things. The book contains a delightful narrative with some rhyming words, making it a fun and engaging read. Dive into the adventures in the book of Karlos with a K.
Age
0-18
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Karlos felt when he embarked on his adventure?
How do the colorful illustrations make you feel about the story?
Can you think of a time when you faced a challenge like Karlos? How did you overcome it?
What is one thing you learned from Karlos's journey?
What would you have done differently if you were in Karlos’s shoes?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive facial expressions and voices for different characters to bring the story to life during your read-aloud.
Pause after key moments in the story to ask your child how they think a character is feeling or what they might do next.
Relate the story to your child's personal experiences to deepen their connection and understanding of the themes.
Encourage your child to draw a picture or write a short story about their favorite part, helping them engage creatively with the book.
Ask your child to predict the outcome at different stages in the book to develop their analytical and reasoning skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Karlos learns to understand and share the feelings of a new classmate who comes from a different cultural background.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by being open and understanding towards new students or peers from diverse backgrounds in their schools.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Throughout the story, Karlos faces his fears of rejection and learns to stand up for what he believes in.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be brave when faced with new challenges or when standing up for themselves and others.
Example Lesson: The importance of honesty
Explanation: Karlos tells the truth about a mistake he made, despite fearing the consequences, and learns that honesty is the best policy.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the value of being honest in their interactions and the positive outcomes it can lead to, such as gaining trust.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Karlos and his classmates work together on a group project, demonstrating how collaboration leads to success.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be applied in group activities at school, enhancing cooperative skills and showing the benefits of working as a team.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Karlos experiences setbacks in a school competition but keeps trying, learning that persistence pays off.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to continue striving towards their goals despite difficulties, fostering a resilient mindset.