Peppa Pig: Peppa's Great Dinosaur Hunt
Peppa Pig Series
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What’s inside...
Join Peppa Pig and her brother George as they embark on an exciting lift-the-flap adventure to find the lost dinosaur toys. With the help of their family and friends, they'll solve clues and explore different environments in their quest.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-5
Length
10 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Peppa Pig
Mummy Pig
Daddy Pig
George Pig
Discussion points
What do you think Peppa learned during her dinosaur hunt?
How do you think Peppa felt when she found the dinosaur?
Can you imagine what it would be like to go on a dinosaur hunt? What would you do?
Why do you think teamwork was important in Peppa's adventure?
If you could create your own dinosaur, what would it look like and what would you name it?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, which enhances their emotional intelligence. Use the illustrations in the book to ask questions about colors, shapes, and what might happen next, helping to build their prediction skills. Relate the story's themes of exploration and discovery to your child's experiences, such as a time they found something new or exciting. Lastly, after reading, consider having a creative activity where your child can draw their favorite scene or their imagined dinosaur, linking the story to creative expression.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: Throughout the book, Peppa and her friends work together on a dinosaur hunt, demonstrating how teamwork can lead to success.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of cooperating with peers during group activities at school or in play, enhancing their social skills and ability to work with others.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: Peppa’s adventure is driven by her curiosity about dinosaurs, emphasizing the joy and benefits of learning something new.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to ask questions and explore topics of interest, fostering a lifelong love for learning and discovery.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: As Peppa and her friends encounter challenges during their dinosaur hunt, they need to think of solutions, showcasing effective problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand the importance of facing challenges head-on and thinking critically to solve problems in everyday situations.
Example Lesson: Sharing and Enjoyment in Group Activities
Explanation: The book highlights the fun that comes from doing activities as a group, where sharing the experience makes it more enjoyable.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of sharing moments and experiences with others, promoting enjoyable interactions and friendships.