Random Reindeer: Makes a Plan
#3 in Random Reindeer Series
What’s inside...
Take a ride with Random Reindeer as he sets out on his very first adventure. Random meets up with some unusual friends in an unexpected place. This thoughtful fellow learns from his mistakes and implements his plan. Some prefer to call him 'Rando, the rogue reindeer'. Some just like to think about him and giggle. No matter what you want to call him, no matter your age, you will find that 'ole Rando will certainly make your heart smile.
Discussion points
What do you think Random Reindeer’s plan was all about, and why did he make it?
How did Random Reindeer feel when things didn’t go according to his plan?
Can you think of a time when you had to make a plan? What was it like?
What would you have done differently if you were in Random Reindeer's hooves?
How can making plans help us in our daily lives?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think critically by asking them to guess what might happen next in the story before turning the page.
Link themes from the book to your child's experiences, such as discussing a time when they made a plan and how it turned out.
Highlight the moral of the story and relate it to everyday life to help instill these values.
Praise your child for their thoughts and insights as they answer, fostering a positive reading environment and boosting their confidence.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Random Reindeer faces various challenges and uses his creativity and wit to form plans to solve them.
Real-World Application: Children learn to approach their own obstacles methodically, thinking through solutions step-by-step.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the story, Random Reindeer collaborates with other characters, highlighting the power of working together to achieve common goals.
Real-World Application: Kids understand the importance of cooperation and respecting others' ideas, which is essential in group activities at school and in family tasks.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Random Reindeer takes responsibility for the tasks at hand, demonstrating accountability for his actions.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to take charge of their duties, be it in their chores, homework, or in interactions with friends.
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: As situations in the book change, Random Reindeer adapts his plans, showing resilience.
Real-World Application: Children learn to stay flexible and adjust to new situations whether it’s moving to a new school, dealing with a change at home, or simply facing a change in a daily routine.
Example Lesson: Confidence Building
Explanation: By successfully making plans and solving problems, Random Reindeer grows more confident in his abilities.
Real-World Application: Helps children believe in their own abilities to overcome challenges and encourages them to tackle new tasks with confidence.