The Big, Big Wall/No puedo bajar: Bilingual English-Spanish (Green Light Readers Level 1)
Green Light Readers Level 1 Series
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What’s inside...
Humpty Dumpty is sitting on his wall, trying to avoid a big, big fall. Maybe his friends can help him! Reginald Howard gives a bright new twist to the well-known tale. This favorite Green Light Reader that retells the story of Humpty Dumpty is now available in a bilingual edition. It includes a note from the translators and is presented in full color.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-7
Length
28 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the mouse felt when he saw the big wall? How would you feel?
Why do you think the mouse couldn't get down from the wall?
What are some ways the mouse could try to get down? Which way do you think is the best?
How do you think the story would change if it was a different animal stuck on the wall?
Can you think of a time when you faced a big challenge like the mouse? What did you do?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to put themselves in the mouse’s shoes, fostering empathy and enhancing their ability to analyze characters’ feelings and actions.
Discuss the problem-solving aspect of the story. Ask your child how they approach problems they face and guide them to connect it with the story.
Focus on the bilingual nature of the book. If applicable, switch between English and Spanish when discussing the book to enhance language skills.
Use expressive reading to make the story more engaging. Change your tone of voice to match the emotions in the story, keeping your child invested in the narrative.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their own version of the big wall and what they imagine happens next.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The protagonist faces the challenge of a big wall and must figure out various strategies to overcome it.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of thinking creatively and trying different solutions when faced with obstacles.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Even when the character's initial attempts fail, they persist until they find a successful way to navigate past the wall.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the virtue of not giving up easily in challenging situations, whether in school, sports, or personal goals.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The character could engage with others facing similar challenges, promoting cooperative efforts to overcome the big wall.
Real-World Application: Children learn to collaborate with others, share ideas, and work together to solve problems whether at home, in the classroom, or in play.
Example Lesson: Bilingual Language Skills
Explanation: As a bilingual book, it introduces children to vocabulary in both English and Spanish, enhancing dual language skills.
Real-World Application: This dual-language exposure is invaluable, as it facilitates greater linguistic flexibility and cultural awareness in real-world interactions.
Example Lesson: Embracing Challenges
Explanation: The presence of the wall as a metaphor for obstacles encourages children to face challenges rather than avoid them.
Real-World Application: Instills a mindset in children to confront and manage difficulties they encounter rather than feeling discouraged.