Pako the Pigeon Disappears

When Pako the Pigeon goes missing, Namwayi and Dairine can’t fi nd her in the garden or the sky. But Cat saves the day.

Engagement Questions for “Pako the Pigeon Disappears”

Encourage creativity and conversation with kids using these fun discussion questions:

Creativity & Imagination:

• If you were Namwayi or Dairine, where else would you look for Pako?
• Imagine Pako had a secret hiding place. What would it look like?
• What other adventures could Pako have while missing?

Feelings & Emotions:

• How do you think Namwayi and Dairine felt when Pako went missing?
• Why do you think Cat wanted to help find Pako?
• Have you ever lost something special? How did you feel?

Nature & Science:

• What do pigeons eat, and where do they usually live?
• How do birds like Pako find their way home?
• What other animals live in gardens, and how do they help the environment?

✍️ Written by: Tukupashya Ally Kasongo
🎨 Illustrated by: Cristy Zinn
🎭 Designed by: Job Mubinya
📝 Edited by: Mandy Collins

In partnership with Book Dash (https://bookdash.org/)

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