Red Light, Green Light
By Anastasia Suen
What's special about this book?
Imagine a world where every stoplight becomes a gateway to adventure! In 'Red Light, Green Light' by Anastasia Suen, children embark on a delightful journey with a boy and girl as they learn vital traffic safety lessons. Kids love the colorful illustrations and engaging storyline, while parents and educators appreciate the focus on sight words and retelling, making it an excellent tool for building literacy skills in a fun way.
Read-aloud tips
Set the scene for reading 'Red Light, Green Light' by creating a lively atmosphere, perhaps using toy cars or street signs to enhance engagement. Use varied tones to match the excitement of the characters' adventures; for example, a playful voice for moments of discovery and a serious tone when discussing safety. Encourage your child to join in by acting out the traffic signals, calling out 'red light' or 'green light' as they turn pages, making the experience interactive and memorable.
Discussion questions
- What color light do the kids see when they need to stop?
- Can you think of a time when you had to wait for a green light? How did it feel?
- If you could create your own traffic sign, what would it say and why?
Fun activities
After reading 'Red Light, Green Light', take a quick walk outside and play a game of stop-and-go. Use a real traffic light, if available, or have a parent call out 'red light' or 'green light' while your child practices stopping and going safely. This activity reinforces the book's traffic safety theme and helps children understand the importance of following signals in real life. Additionally, consider creating your own traffic signs out of paper or cardboard, allowing your child to decorate them and write messages that promote safety. This creative project enhances their understanding of traffic signals while sparking their imagination.