Spot's First Christmas (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition) (Spot (Prebound))
Spot The Dog Series
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What’s inside...
The bestselling puppy Spot is celebrating his 25th birthday with bold, beautiful color covers that give him a great new look. The book features Spot in paperback and includes traditional Lift-the-Flap features for readers to enjoy. Celebrate and have more fun with Spot in this updated edition by Eric Hill.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-6
Length
12 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Spot
Sally
Discussion points
What do you think Spot feels during his first Christmas?
What are some of the traditions Spot experiences, and which ones do you like?
How do the colors and pictures in the book make you feel about Christmas?
Can you think of a time when you were as curious as Spot? What happened?
What would you like to explore during Christmas just like Spot?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, use expressive and excited tones to mimic the festive spirit, making the reading experience joyful.
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own holiday experiences, fostering a personal connection to the book.
Ask your child to point out their favorite illustrations, discussing how the visuals complement the story and enhance the holiday spirit.
Offer to plan a Christmas activity inspired by the book, reinforcing the themes through real-life application.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Curiosity
Explanation: In 'Spot's First Christmas', Spot's adventurous spirit as he explores the Christmas decorations enhances the theme of curiosity.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to explore their surroundings and ask questions, building their knowledge and understanding of the world around them.
Example Lesson: Joy of Giving
Explanation: The story highlights the joy of giving during Christmas as Spot engages in wrapping gifts and the festive spirit of sharing.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of generosity and the happiness derived from making others happy, fostering a sense of empathy and community.
Example Lesson: Family Togetherness
Explanation: Spot enjoys the holiday celebrations with his family, emphasizing the importance of family togetherness during special occasions.
Real-World Application: Reinforces to children the significance of spending quality time with family and creating lifelong memories.
Example Lesson: Learning Traditions
Explanation: Through Spot's experiences with Christmas traditions like decorating a tree and hanging stockings, children learn about cultural festivities.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand and respect cultural practices and the reason behind celebrating festivals, promoting cultural awareness.
Example Lesson: Excitement in Discovery
Explanation: Spot's discovery of gifts hidden under the tree shows the thrill of discovering surprises, tied to the theme of exploration and excitement.
Real-World Application: Motivates children to be observant and to look forward to new experiences and learning opportunities.