"Where is the Green Sheep" written by Mem Fox and illustrated by Judy Horacek, is one of our favourite children's books (if you're not familiar with this Australian author then please have a look at her books!). It's so popular in our house that my son, who recently turned 3 years old, just had a "Where is the Green Sheep Birthday Party" (post coming soon).
When I found out that I was going to Dubai, I knew that I wanted to share the experience with my children as best I could, which is always going to be challenging without them actually being there. I knew I'd end up coming home with millions of photos from my trip, but I also knew that the majority really weren't going to interest my younger children. As a way to make Dubai and the experiences that I was having, relatable & fun for children, and also as a way to help educate my children about the Emirate and the different culture in a way that would interest them, I decided to recruit the help of our Green Sheep soft toy!
So, where IS the Green Sheep and what is he doing? In the picture story book he is actually found fast asleep behind a bush! But currently, the Green Sheep is in Dubai and he's had no time for sleep!
Here is where the Green Sheep has been and this is what he's been up to in Dubai. (Part 2 will be up soon).
Where is the Green Sheep?
Here is the Green Sheep on the aeroplane. He is learning about some of the history of Dubai.
Here is the Green Sheep. He is enjoying a traditional meal and learning more about the traditions and customs of the UAE (United Arab Emirates). The traditional dress for women (which I got to try out!) is called an abaya.
Here is the Green Sheep looking at the Leqaimat (fried dough balls with date syrup). We will have to try and make some when we get home.
Here is the Green Sheep drinking Arabic coffee. It has a spice called Cardamom in it.
Here is the Green Sheep exploring Old Dubai. He loved the bright colours and fragrances of the spices in the souk. A souk is an open air marketplace.
Here is the Green Sheep in an abra! It is a traditional boat made of wood that ferries people from one side of the Dubai Creek to the other.
Here is the Green Sheep at the Gold Souk. It is very bright and shiny. He was impressed by the world's largest ring!
Here is the Green Sheep having breakfast. It's not everyday you get breakfast and service like you do at the Shangri La Dubai. Such a lucky Green Sheep.
Here is the Green Sheep at the Burj Khalifa lake. He is waiting for the fountains to start.
Here is the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa. But where is the Green Sheep?
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The Green Sheep loved hanging out with (from L to R), Janice from Learning 4 Kids, Kelly from Be A Fun Mum, Cintia from My Poppet and Mel from One Crafty Mumma. |
The Green Sheep is sure that he is the only Green Sheep in the whole world to go up the world's tallest building.
Where is the Green Sheep?Here's our Green Sheep at the Dubai Aquarium. He loved going through the tunnel and seeing all the marine life.
Here's our Green Sheep at the Underwater Zoo. He is also sure he is the only Green Sheep to kiss penguin.
Here's our Green Sheep having lunch with family. Exploring Dubai is hungry work!
How can you use this idea with your children?
An idea such as this can be used in the classroom or at home in a number of beneficial, educational ways.
- Photos that you take with relatable characters (it doesn't have to be a green sheep) for children can be combined with captions that are made up of a simple sentence to encourage reading. Children could help with the construction of these sentences or they could already be printed on the bottom of the pictures.
- Have the children themselves go out and photograph the Green Sheep (or another toy) somewhere, doing something, and write about it. Besides the literacy there are other skills such as the photography, creativity, problem solving and cognitive processes (Where will I put my toy? What will they be doing and how can I capture a photograph of this? etc... it can be more challenging than you think) that children will be involved in by having a go themselves.
- Children can compile photo pictures with their toy character in them and make up their own picture story book. Play up on an existing story, such as "Where is the Green Sheep" or completely make your own up. This could be done individually or could be a fabulous class project.
I hope you enjoyed part 1 of, "Where is the Green Sheep? In Dubai!" Here you can see part 2 of the Green Sheep's adventures in Dubai. You can also follow along all my personal Dubai pictures on our Instagram page and you can see what the whole group has gotten up to by checking the hashtag #dubaibloggerati (The photos are just amazing, have a look!)
If you are looking for more details on the above locations that The Green Sheep visited, you can find them here.
Happy playing,
Debs :)
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Deb this is such a great idea - your pictures and adventures would make a fab book for the kids too!
ReplyDeleteWow! What an incredible (part 1!) adventure! I'm loving keeping up with all you are doing!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic idea! Both for your family and also in the classroom! Dubai looks and sounds AMAZING! Can't wait to visit one day!
ReplyDeleteGreat way to involved your kids in the fun!!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous pics and what a great way to share the experience with your kids! Great to see you're getting absorbed in the culture, I kinda thought Dubai was all about the shopping, lol...
ReplyDeleteOh wow, he does get to go to some fabulous places!!!
ReplyDeleteI am very jealous of the green sheep! What a lot of adventures he's had, and you've taken some beautiful pictures.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful to incorporate learning and travel. I'm going to explore your article with my 5 year old as a learning tool; thank you so much. We were going to stop in Dubai next year with our 5 year old and 2 year old but wasn't sure if it would be suitable. Can you advise what you think? Also how mny days would you recommend we stay?
ReplyDeleteLooks like an AMAZING trip Deb! x
ReplyDeleteAwesome Debs! Love how you took the Green Sheep so your children could be part of your amazing holiday! Looks like a wonderful place to visit you lucky lady!!
ReplyDeleteWow! You are having the time of your life! I LOVE the Green Sheep idea! BRILLIANT!!! x
ReplyDeleteLooks like such an amazing place to go as a family. Can't wait to see more.
ReplyDeletegoodness, this is so cute - and fascinating! what an incredible trip. Any time you need me to stand in for the green sheep, just let me know ;)
ReplyDeleteThanks Kate. I think the only 2 words that have been coming out of people's mouths this trip have been Amazing and Incredible, haha. We need a thesaurus. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Jenni! Thankfully he's not a big soft toy! haha. Easy to carry around (and easy to lose though... a few funny stories to come!) x
ReplyDeleteThanks Kelly. There is actually so much more to do here than I first thought. This is just the first couple of days we were here. Heaps more to show you guys :D
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ReplyDeleteThanks Ange. Oh yes, if you're already stopping over then you HAVE to stay for at least a few days minimum to go and see some things. I mean, I could be here for weeks without running out of things to do so it's just up to how much time you can spare and afford. There really is so much that you guys can do. Kids that are the age of your kids would really love the Aquarium and Underwater Zoo in The Dubai Mall, and the fountains are a must see! You have to see the Part 2 of this post though as there is a lot that your kids would love. Kidzania! Ski Dubai! (seriously, that is a must do!) Aquaventure! There's so much. I say make the most of your for sure.
ReplyDeleteThanks Kate. Yes, I think my husband and kids are rather jealous of The Green Sheep as well! :D
ReplyDeleteLucky sheep!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jo. You know, I have not even had time for shopping, that's how much I've been doing! There is just so much more than I thought as well. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Kate. I think we're all having a bit of fun with him... I do need to put him on a leash though otherwise he may not make it back home with me. He likes to wander! :s haha
ReplyDeleteThanks Louise. It's a basic concept but just helps to make it relevant and interesting to that demographic. Man, it really is something that you kind of have to see and experience for yourself to really get it. One to add to the travel list for sure!
ReplyDeleteThanks Rach! I know! Can you believe that this post is actually only the first few days we were here? The things we've crammed into this adventure, mammamia! Amazing. Thanks for following along :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Kate. Great idea! I could make a really cute photo story book for the kids from the pics! :D
ReplyDeleteI just love that you tied a kids book to your trip -- how fun for your kids to search through the photos and see Mom with the Green Sheep! Looks like a beautiful place -- travel safe!
ReplyDeleteOMG looks like such an awesome time you are having! And I LOVE the stuffed animal ideas. Very creative and I know my kids would love it.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful Debs. That such a lovely way to include your children on the adventure of a life time. What a lucky Green Sheep!
ReplyDeleteSuch a neat idea to bring the green sheep along for this wonderful adventure. I agree, I don't imagine there would be too many other green sheep that could claim they have visited the top of the world's tallest building! Looks like you have already (in a short time) enjoyed so many unique, fascinating and amazing experiences.
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