Based on the popular Bing TV series, the story Bing: Paddling Pool is about adapting to unexpected situations and using imagination to find alternative ways to have fun.
Bing and Sula are going to the paddling pool in this charming picture book, based on the hit CBeebies TV series and episode, Paddling Pool!
But when they get to the pool something is missing - the water has all gone! Oh no! How will Bing and Sula play in the pool now?
The story explores the following themes:
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Problem Solving: Bing and Sula plan to use the paddling pool, but when they arrive they discover it has no water. They must find a solution to their disappointment
- Imagination and Creativity: Instead of giving up, they use leaves, stones, and sticks to transform the empty pool into a new game, demonstrating the power of imagination.
- Emotional Development: The book is part of a series that explores real-life experiences and helps young children and grown-ups navigate complex feelings and new situation.
- Resilience: The core message is that "If you can't do what you want to do, you can do a different thing and sometimes it's even better"
The book is designed to celebrate the "joyful, messy reality of pre-school life," where small daily events can feel like big dramas for young children.
Age - 2+
Grade - Pre-k6
Author - Ted Dewan
Format - Paperback
Pages - 32
Dimensions - 21.6 x 0.2 x 23.5 cm
