Bob Richley

The Oregon Kids Bob Richley

Reading with your child builds intimacy with your child and a love for reading. It could be a great time to discuss moral character and values. In The Big Catch, the value of being selfless and giving to others is exemplified. Billy and Autumn are brother and sister. At the beginning of the story, Billy is selfish and prideful. He sees his sister as a bother and burden. All that concerns him is fishing and catching the biggest fish. At the end, however, Billy shows compassion for his sister, Autumn, allowing her to catch the biggest fish. The Big Catch is meant to be read with your child. It gives parents an opportunity to discuss Billy's character and presents a good example to teach values of giving, being selfless, and sacrificing.