Peter Rabbit's Bedtime Tales
Peter Rabbit Series
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What’s inside...
A charming collection of bedtime stories featuring the mischievous and adventurous Peter Rabbit and his friends as they embark on various escapades in the beautiful English countryside. Four of Beatrix Potter's most popular tales are retold for younger children, providing a brilliant introduction to the world of Peter Rabbit and making it the perfect book for bedtime. The stories included are The Tale of Peter Rabbit, The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck, The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin, and The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-5
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Peter Rabbit
Mr. Mcgregor
Discussion points
Why do you think Peter Rabbit was feeling scared and how did he overcome his fears?
What lessons did Peter Rabbit learn from his adventures in the garden?
How did the other characters in the book help Peter Rabbit?
If you were in Peter Rabbit's shoes, what would you have done differently in his adventures?
What was your favorite part of the story, and why did it stand out to you?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child what they think the story might be about based on the cover of the book.
Use different voices for different characters to make the story more engaging and help differentiate the characters for your child.
Pause after exciting moments in the story to ask your child how they think the character is feeling.
After reading, relate the themes of the book to your child’s experiences, such as dealing with fears or helping others.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite scene from the book or to imagine a new adventure for Peter Rabbit.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Peter Rabbit learns to take care of his younger siblings and understands the importance of being dependable.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by helping with chores around the house and taking care of their possessions and pets.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Throughout the tales, Peter faces various challenges and learns to bravely overcome his fears.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face new situations or challenges at school or in social settings with confidence.
Example Lesson: Critical Thinking
Explanation: Peter often needs to think quickly and solve problems to navigate through his adventures safely.
Real-World Application: Kids can use critical thinking skills to make wise choices and solve problems they encounter in daily life.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: The stories highlight the beauty and fragility of the garden and woodland settings, teaching Peter and his friends to live harmoniously with nature.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and protect the natural environment around them, fostering a lifelong respect and responsibility for earth.
Example Lesson: Consequences of Actions
Explanation: Peter Rabbit experiences the results of his mischievous actions, learning that every action has a consequence.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand accountability and encourages them to think before acting.