Hello,

On this area of our website, children will be able to listen to different staff at school reading their favourite books! :-)

Mr McCabe 😀

Spring 2022

Ravi’s Roar

Do you think you can guess which Key Stage 1 teacher is reading this book? 😀

Discussion: 

After the story, talk to children about what makes them angry. What things make them feel calm and relaxed? Why did Ravi feel frustrated? What would you say to help someone in Ravi’s position? 

Ruby’s Worry

Who do you think is reading Ruby’s worry? 

Discussion: 

After the story, talk to children about who they can talk to if they are worried. Why does talking to people help if you are upset or worried? What things might worry us in life? What things make us excited in life?

Little Beauty

Guess which teacher is reading Little Beauty! 😀

Discussion: 

Gorilla was feeling lonely. What did his carers do to help him? Why were we shocked and surprised that Beauty broke the television? What things did Beauty and Gorilla do together? What things do you like to do with your friends? What does this story teach us?

Willy the Wimp

Which adult is reading this classic book by Anthony Browne? 😀

Discussion: 

Did you like the book? What did you think of the illustrations? The book was silly in parts-which parts were silly or funny? Was Willy really a wimp? 

Autumn 2021

Rain Before Rainbows

Discussion: 

After the story, talk to children about rainbows being a sign of hope during the pandemic; ask them about colours which make them happy; discuss why rain can make people feel sad and blue; talk about things that make them happy. 

The Lion Inside 

Discussion: 

After listening to the Lion Inside, talk to your child about what things make them nervous; things they can do to feel brave; what they liked best about the story and what the lion's story teaches us.