Learning three-dimensional shapes can be a fun adventure. That is what happens in “Sniffer Bob Shapes Up”! It is a fun story about a dog named Sniffer Bob who learns about three-dimensional shapes in a way that’s exciting.
Learning with Sniffer Bob
Sniffer Bob’s Surprise Plant
Sniffer Bob is sad. He does not have a home. Then, he finds a special plant! This plant has leaves that are different shapes: sphere, cylinder, cube, cone, pyramid, rectangular prism. These aren’t just any leaves, they are magical. When Sniffer Bob picks a leaf and wishes for something that matches its shape, it appears!
Learning Shapes the Fun Way
Sniffer Bob picks up a sphere leaf and wishes for a ball. A bouncy ball appears right in front of him. He picks up a cone leaf and an ice cream cone appears. This is a fun way to learn about three-dimensional shapes. Children will see the shapes and what they remind them of in real life.
Learning Through Play
Sniffer Bob Shapes Up is not just a story. It’s a way to learn through playing. Children can go on a shape hunt after reading the book. They can look for sphere shapes like balls, or for cube shapes like boxes, and cylinder shapes like a can of soup. This makes learning fun and helps kids remember what they are learning.
Never Give Up
In the story, Sniffer Bob never gives up on finding a home. This teaches kids an important lesson. If they work hard and don’t give up, they can achieve their goals. Just like Sniffer Bob finds a home.
Learning Fun After the Book!
The fun doesn’t stop after you finish the book! Here are some activities to keep learning about all kinds of shapes:
- Cut out three-dimensional shapes shapes from paper and make your own magical plant! You can even build a doghouse for Sniffer Bob using different shapes!
- Make cookies in the shape of circles and squares! Cut fruits and vegetables into different shapes! Learning shapes can be yummy!
