The Experiences Matter series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing experiences, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.
Titles In This Set:
1. Croc goes to the Dentist
2. Little Tiger Starts School
3. Elephant has a Brother
4. Rhino makes a Friend
5. Giraffe goes to the Doctor
6. Cheetah Gets Lost
7. Hippo Rides a Bike
8. Monkey Goes to Hospital
9. Little Leopard Learns to Swim
10. Koala Goes on Holiday
11. Turtle Moves House
12. Little Lion Goes to a Party
Description:
Croc goes to the Dentist
Croc Goes to the Dentist offers a gentle introduction to the experience of visiting the dentist for young children.
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of visiting the dentist. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.
Crocodile loves sweet things, but when her teeth start to hurt, she needs to visit the dentist. Crocodile feels nervous, but the dentist is very kind.
Little Tiger Starts School
Little Tiger Starts School offers a gentle introduction to the experience of starting school for young children.
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of starting school. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.
Little Tiger was getting excited about starting school, but then he began to worry. What if he didn’t know what to do? What if he didn’t make any friends? Luckily, his sister is on hand to help reassure him.
Elephant has a Brother
Elephant Has a Brother offers a gentle introduction to the experience of having a new sibling for young children.
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of a new sibling. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.
When Elephant’s brother arrives, Elephant is not happy. He has to share everything! And nobody seems to have any time for him any more. Luckily, Monkey is on hand to help him enjoy the new arrival.
Rhino makes a Friend
Rhino Makes a Friend offers a gentle introduction to the experience of meeting new people for young children.
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of making new friends. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.
When Rhino’s friends are all busy in the holidays, Rhino starts at a holiday camp. He doesn’t know anyone there and is worried about making friends. But he soon finds people to play with.
Giraffe goes to the Doctor
Giraffe Goes to the Doctor offers a gentle introduction to the experience of visiting the doctor for young children.
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of visiting the doctor. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.
Giraffe is not feeling well. She has a hot head and a sore throat. Mum says Giraffe will need to visit the doctor. Giraffe feels nervous, but the doctor is very gentle and she is soon feeling better.
Cheetah Gets Lost
Cheetah Gets Lost offers a gentle introduction to the experience of getting lost for young children.
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of getting lost. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.
When Cheetah gets lost on a day out with his friends and Uncle Hippo, he must try to keep calm and remember what to do to stay safe and find help.
Hippo Rides a Bike
Hippo Rides a Bike offers a gentle introduction to the experience of learning to ride a bike for young children.
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of learning how to ride a bike. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.
When Hippo gets a new bike for his birthday, he is sure he will be able to ride it straight away. But it isn’t as easy as he thought it would be, and he gets very frustrated! Aunty Hippo helps him to keep trying and not give up.
Monkey Goes to Hospital
Monkey Goes to Hospital offers a gentle introduction to the experience of needing hospital treatment for young children.
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of visiting a hospital. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.
Monkey is having so much fun climbing the big tree that he isn’t careful and he falls. Dad says he will need to go to hospital for a check-up, but Monkey is worried. Luckily, the doctor at the hospital is very kind.
Little Leopard Learns to Swim
Little Leopard Learns to Swim offers a gentle introduction to the experience of learning to swim for young children.
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of gaining confidence in the water. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.
Little Leopard and her class are learning to swim, and everyone is excited to get in the water – everyone except Little Leopard. She isn’t very keen on having a bath, let alone putting her head under the water. Luckily, Mr Croc is there to reassure her, and help Little Leopard take it one step at a time.
Koala Goes on Holiday
Koala Goes on Holiday offers a gentle introduction to the experience of being away from home for young children.
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of being away from their familiar surroundings. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.
Koala is going on holiday, and everyone is very excited – everyone except Koala. She is nervous about being away from home. What if she doesn’t like the beach? What if she doesn’t like the food? Luckily, her sister is there to reassure her…
Turtle Moves House
Turtle Moves House offers a gentle introduction to the experience of moving house for young children.
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of moving to a new house. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.
Turtle is moving house with her family. Everyone else is excited, but she isn’t. She likes her house, and she loves living next door to Bear. Luckily, Bear’s mum has some good ideas to help Turtle feel better about the move.
Little Lion Goes to a Party
Little Lion Goes to a Party offers a gentle introduction to the experience of attending a social occasion for young children.
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of going to a party. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.
Little Lion has been invited to Panda’s party. He is a bit excited, but he is worried about it too. What if he doesn’t know many people there? What if he doesn’t know how to play the games? Luckily, his family are on hand to help him overcome his fears.
