Little Shoots
Layo can’t wait to grow. But just like the bamboo seeds he and grandma plant, it might take a little longer than he wants!
Engagement Questions for “Little Shoots”
Encourage creativity and conversation with kids using these fun discussion questions:
Creativity & Imagination:
- What do you think the little shoots dream about as they grow?
- If you could grow a magical plant, what would it look like?
- What would happen if the little shoots could talk to each other?
Feelings & Emotions:
- How do you think the shoots felt as they waited patiently to grow?
- Have you ever had to wait a long time for something special? How did it feel?
- How do you think the gardener felt watching the plants grow?
Nature & Science:
- What do plants need to grow strong and healthy like the shoots in the story?
- Can you name some vegetables or flowers you’ve seen growing in a garden?
- Why is sunlight important for little shoots and all plants?
✍️ Written by: Sope Martins
🎨 Illustrated by: Wiehan de Jager
🎭 Designed by: Thokozani Mkhize
📝 Edited by: Alison Ziki
In partnership with Book Dash (https://bookdash.org/)
* The story Little Shoots is a Book Dash story and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License. Minor changes may have been made for ease of reading on our site.
