Raccoon On His Own (Imagination Library) - Firm Softcover By Arnosky, Jim - LN

Raccoon on His Own by Jim Arnosky A YOUNG RACCOON IS AFRAID AT first when he drifts off in a boat in the swamp, but he becomes fascinated by the animals he encounters before being reunited with his family. For the first reading, curl up with your child and read the book together. Enjoy. For the next readings, here are some ideas for activities to do with your child. Don't try to do everything each time you read it. And most of all, have fun and enjoy sharing the story with your child. STARTING UP • Read the title and point out that the raccoon is alone. • Look at the cover and talk about the environment. Where is the raccoon? What kinds of plants does your child see? What kinds of animals? READING THE STORY • When the young raccoon cannot reach the branches, discuss how he might be feeling. • Cheer when the raccoon reunites with his family and cuddle close like they do. • Some animals in the book, such as the crawfish and the merganser, might be unfamiliar to your child. Talk about them as well as other words that might be new, such as nudged, sturdy, and spine. AFTER THE STORY • Ask your child questions about the story. • How did the young raccoon end up in the boat instead of staying on the shore? • Have you ever lost sight of family members? If so, how did it feel? How did you feel when you were reunited? • Learning on the Go: • Take a walk or a boat ride together along a local body of water. Do you see any animals from the book? What types of animals do you see? • Give yo