We're Going on a Lion Hunt: questions to ask and activities to try
We're going on a lion hunt, and we're not scared! We're Going on a Lion Hunt is a beautifully illustrated version of the famous chant, set on the African savanna.
What age is it for? We're Going on a Lion Hunt is best for ages 2–6. Good for: Pretend bravery, and joining in with an adventure.
We're Going on a Lion Hunt (David Axtell)
- Age
- 2-6
- Best for
- Pretend bravery, and joining in with an adventure
Chant it together with all the sounds. Children love running back through every obstacle at the end, so speed up!
What it helps with
- Pretend bravery
- Joining in with a chant
- Sounds and describing words
- Running from a (pretend) fear
Comprehension and discussion questions
Pick two or three, not all of them. “I don’t know” is a fine answer, and you can always come back to it another day.
- “Where were the sisters going?”
- “What did they go through first?”
- “What sound did the lake make?”
- “What happened in the cave?”
- “Were they really not scared?”
- “What would you go hunting for?”
5-minute activities to try together
Lion hunt
Set up long grass (scarves), a lake (blanket) and a cave (under the table) and act it out.
Compare hunts
Read it alongside We're Going on a Bear Hunt and spot what's the same and different.
Free printables: We're Going on a Lion Hunt worksheet and activity pack
This book’s one-page worksheet with the questions and activities above, plus our activity pack: printable scenario cards, three 5-minute activities and a “What could I try?” page for practising everyday skills together. Enter your email and download them straight away.
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If your child liked this, try
We're Going on a Bear Hunt (Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury)
- Best for
- Keeping going when something is hard, and facing fears together
- Age
- 2-6
Walking Through the Jungle (Julie Lacome)
- Best for
- Joining in with a jungle rhyme
- Age
- 1-5
The Gruffalo (Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler)
- Best for
- Feeling scared, and using your wits
- Age
- 3-6
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By the Growing Wise team · Last reviewed: 10 October 2026
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