School Zone - The Fabulous Principal Pie, Start to Read!® Book Level 3 - Ages 6 to 7, Rhyming, Early Reading, Vocabulary, Simple Sentence Structure, ... (A School Zone Start to Read Book. Level 3)
Start To Read! Series
What’s inside...
Help expand your child's imagination and vocabulary through reading! The Fabulous Principal Pie Level 3 storybook is intended for young readers with some experience at Levels 1 and 2. It features a whimsical story line and introduces 45-150 new words as students propose a new cafeteria menu to their school principal. Many vocabulary words can be read by changing the initial sound or by rhyming with a known word. This book is part of Dr. James Hoffman's Start to Read! Early Reading Program, with storybooks across three progressive reading levels. The program aims to promote reading success through word repetition, rhymes, sentence structure, and entertaining illustrations. Additional resources such as workbooks, flashcards, and online learning tools are available to support your child’s reading journey.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-7
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes Principal Pie fabulous, and can you think of someone fabulous in your own life?
How did the rhymes in the story make it more fun to read? Can you come up with a rhyme right now?
What did Principal Pie teach you about problem-solving and helping others?
How do you think the story would change if you were one of the characters?
Why is it important to help and support each other like the characters do in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences, thereby enhancing their empathy and understanding of the themes. Use praise to reinforce their efforts at rhyming or recounting parts of the story, which boosts their confidence in reading and comprehension skills. Ask follow-up questions based on their answers to deepen the discussion and keep them thinking critically about the story and its impact.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Responsibility
Explanation: The story demonstrates responsibility through the character of the Fabulous Principal Pie, who takes charge and ensures the school runs smoothly.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by taking responsibility for their own tasks, such as homework or chores, understanding the importance of contributing positively to their environments.
Example Lesson: Value of Teamwork
Explanation: Characters in the book work together to solve problems and organize school events, showcasing how teamwork leads to success.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to collaborate with classmates on projects or in sports, appreciating different viewpoints and leveraging diverse strengths.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Innovation
Explanation: The book encourages creative solutions, as seen when Principal Pie and students come up with innovative ideas for school improvements.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to think creatively in their daily activities, whether in art class or in thinking of new games to play with friends.
Example Lesson: Respect for Authority
Explanation: Respect is woven throughout the story, with students looking up to Principal Pie and learning from his guidance.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of respecting teachers, parents, and other figures of authority in their lives.
Example Lesson: Confidence Building
Explanation: The book portrays characters who grow more confident as they overcome challenges, guided by supportive figures like Principal Pie.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to face their own challenges, whether learning a new skill or making new friends, building their self-esteem along the way.