Little Toot on the Thames

Name: Little Toot on the Thames
ISBN: 9780399604249

by Hardie Gramatky

Little Toot, a spirited tugboat, is accidentally swept across the Atlantic to England. He embarks on a grand adventure to find his way back to his beloved New York Harbor, learning about courage and p

About This Book

In this classic sequel to 'Little Toot,' our favorite small tugboat from New York Harbor finds himself in an unexpected predicament when he's accidentally towed all the way to England. Far from home, Little Toot must summon his courage and ingenuity to navigate the unfamiliar waters of the Thames and the vast open ocean to return to his family. This heartwarming story, suitable for children aged 4-11, gently explores themes of resilience, belonging, and the bravery required to overcome challenges, making it a wonderful read-aloud or early independent chapter book.

Accidently towed to England, a little New York tugboat tries to find his way home

Concepts

Resilience & Perseverance Loneliness & Belonging Fear & Bravery Love & Family Self-Confidence & Identity Curiosity & Wonder Empathy & Kindness Freedom & Independence Being Different Growing Up Adventure

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Discussion Prompts

How do you think Little Toot felt when he realized he was in England, so far from home?

What are some brave things Little Toot did to try and get back to New York?

If you were Little Toot, what would you miss most about home?

What new things do you think Little Toot saw or learned while he was in England?

How is Little Toot different at the end of this adventure compared to the beginning?

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