Mum's Present

In Mum's Present, two children set out with their dad to buy a special gift for their mum. When they realise they don't have enough money individually, they cleverly decide to pool their savings and purchase a present together. This story introduces young readers to the concept of financial literacy in a relatable and age-appropriate context, showing the value of planning, saving, and collaboration. The text features informative illustrations that support comprehension, and rich vocabulary such as œcost, œspend, and œmoney. It also focuses on the phonemic awareness of final consonant blends such as nt. Children will develop key reading strategies such as making inferences and predictions as they engage with this heartfelt story about family, thoughtfulness, and problem-solving. Ideal for celebrating occasions or discussing the importance of working together, Mum's Present also supports cross-curricular learning with ties to mathematics and financial literacy.

Educational Benefits:

• Develops understanding of basic financial literacy concepts such as cost and saving
• Reinforces prediction and inference skills for improved reading comprehension
• Introduces final consonant blends and key phonics elements
• Encourages discussions about family relationships and gift-giving traditions

Classroom Ideas:

• Role-play shopping scenarios with play money to practise spending and saving
• Write a class story about buying or making a gift for someone special
• Create a classroom œshop using real items and prices for maths integration
• Discuss different ways to show appreciation for family members

Safety & Information:

• Ages: 5+
• Book dimensions: 150 x 220 mm
• Paperback, 16 pages
• Safety: Contains no small parts; suitable for classroom and home use