What did Little Dolphin learn from his mother?

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How did Little Dolphin feel when he first left his mother to play with others?

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What kind of games do you think the dolphins played together?

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What are some things you learned from your family?

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What do you like most about the ocean?

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Little Dolphin

Name: Little Dolphin
ISBN: 9781465419965

by Sue Unstead

For the child learning about growing up and finding their place, this gentle story follows a young dolphin's journey from maternal guidance to playful independence.

About This Book

Follows the adventures of a young dolphin as it learns from its mother and then joins the other dolphins as they play. Little Dolphin has adventures as he first learns from his mother and then joins the bigger dolphins as they play.

Concepts

Love & Family Self-Confidence & Identity Loneliness & Belonging Friendship & Loyalty Curiosity & Wonder Growing Up Making Friends First Day Animals Ocean & Marine Life Nature & Outdoors Adventure Family & Siblings Friendship & Social

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Wonderlit Review

This early reader from DK Publishing offers a gentle and realistic glimpse into the life of a young dolphin. The narrative follows Little Dolphin from his initial learning experiences with his mother to his first forays into playing with other dolphins. The book handles the theme of growing independence and the natural progression of a young animal's life with a comforting and straightforward approach. There are no overtly sensitive topics, but the mild 'adventures' provide a touch of excitement without being scary. The emotional arc is one of gentle growth and increasing confidence, starting with a strong mother-child bond and expanding to include peer interaction. This book is specifically for young readers aged 4-7 who are curious about marine life, particularly dolphins, or who are navigating their own steps towards independence, such as starting school or making new friends. A parent might reach for this book as a calming bedtime story, an introduction to ocean animals, or to gently discuss themes of growing up and venturing out. Parents should preview the simple text and engaging illustrations, which are crucial for conveying the story. Younger children (4-5) will enjoy it as a read-aloud, focusing on the beautiful pictures and the soothing narrative, while older early elementary children (6-7) can practice independent reading and appreciate the factual undertones. What makes it different is its blend of narrative storytelling with the characteristic educational quality of DK books, making it both an engaging story and an informative read about natural animal behavior.