Markets: Red Squirrel Phonics Level 5 Set 2a
Red Squirrel Phonics Series
What’s inside...
An engaging tale following the adventures of a young squirrel overcoming challenges in the marketplace, learning lessons in friendship, responsibility, and economic principles.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
20 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What sounds do the different animals make at the market?
How do the colors at the market make you feel?
Can you describe a character from the book and what they did at the market?
What would you like to buy if you visited a market, and why?
How do you think the squirrel feels at the end of the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voice tones to mimic the sounds from the market while reading.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite market scene from the book.
After reading, visit a local market and compare the sights and sounds to those described in the book.
Discuss the importance of different markets and what they provide to a community.
Ask your child to tell their own short story about an adventure at a market.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Building Vocabulary Skills
Explanation: Red Squirrel Phonics Level 5 Set 2a is designed to enhance children's vocabulary through engaging stories and repetitive phonics patterns.
Real-World Application: Kids will be able to recognize and use more complex words in their daily conversations and school work, fostering better communication skills.
Example Lesson: Understanding Phonics
Explanation: The book provides systematic phonics instruction, which is crucial in helping children decode words and read fluently.
Real-World Application: This lesson aids children in their reading development, allowing them to read independently and confidently across various subjects.
Example Lesson: Cultivating a Love for Reading
Explanation: Through captivating stories and characters, children are encouraged to read more and enjoy the process of reading.
Real-World Application: Instilling a passion for reading from a young age benefits children academically and provides a lifelong hobby that enhances knowledge and empathy.