Tag: reading
Look Closely: Finding Wonder In Small Details
Keep your eyes open as you turn the pages of Hollis Saves Halloween. Hidden somewhere on every two-page spread is a little lizard who never says a word. He’s not part of the story. He’s just a quiet observer, simply watching what unfolds. Sometimes Lizard is easy to spot, sometimes you must search.
At first, when you’re reading this book with your child, simply enjoy the story. But on your third or fourth read, invite your child to start looking (unless they’ve already begun their own lizard hunt!).
Try asking an inviting question like:
- “I wonder where little Lizard is on this page?”
- Or offer a clue: “Take a look next to the tree. What do you see?”
You might even make a little game of it. Maybe you look on one spread, and your child searches the next.
Why the Little Lizard Matters
Finding this hidden friend turns storytime into a fun, engaging hunt and brings surprising benefits for growing minds. Here’s why looking for Lizard is more than just a game:
