The Cult of the Cow
What’s inside...
Follow the thrilling adventure of a young farmhand who inadvertently stumbles upon a secret society devoted to protecting a mystical cow that grants wisdom and power to those who revere it. As the protagonist navigates through mysteries and challenges, they uncover family secrets and ancient prophecies that could change their life and the world forever. In Jive Town, Colin, Baz, and Sumar discover a strange secret—a cult devoted to revering the cow, altering their perception of their town forever.
Age
8-12
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think are the most important qualities of the cow in the story?
How did the cow's actions make the other animals feel?
If you were in the story, what would you have done differently?
Why do you think the cow was so important to everyone in the story?
What can we learn from the cow about how to treat others?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves within the story, fostering empathy and perspective-taking.
Ask your child to relate scenarios from the book to their personal experiences, enhancing their connection to the material.
Discuss the moral of the story and its application in real life, promoting critical thinking.
Use expressions and voice modulation to make the story come alive during the reading, making the session more engaging and enjoyable.
Revisit the story’s key points after reading to reinforce understanding and retention.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The value of kindness.
Explanation: In the story, characters demonstrate kindness by helping each other in times of need, promoting a sense of community.
Real-World Application: Children learn to extend kindness to friends and family, fostering positive relationships and empathy from an early age.
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork.
Explanation: The characters work together to solve problems, illustrating that collaboration can achieve goals that might be unattainable individually.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to participate in group activities and understand the significance of cooperation in school projects or team sports.
Example Lesson: Respecting differences.
Explanation: Throughout the book, the theme of embracing individual differences and unique abilities of each character is prominent.
Real-World Application: Helps children appreciate diversity among their peers and promotes inclusivity.
Example Lesson: The consequences of actions.
Explanation: Characters experience the repercussions of their decisions, teaching accountability and responsibility.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to think about the outcomes of their actions and encourages responsible decision-making.
Example Lesson: Perseverance and resilience.
Explanation: Characters face challenges but remain determined, demonstrating that perseverance is key to overcoming obstacles.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to stay persistent in their goals whether in learning new skills or facing everyday challenges.