A World Full of Spooky Stories: 50 Tales to Make Your Spine Tingle
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Get ready for Halloween with this child-friendly collection of spooky stories from all over the world. Feel your pulse race and your skin tingle as you read about the fearsome witch Baba Yaga, the serpent woman from Spain, the rescue of Tam Lin from the bewitching Queen of the Fairies, how Father Death gets caught in the Enchanted Apple Tree, and the water-dwelling Bunyip from Australia. Make sure you have your candle ready as it’s sure to be a long night… This gorgeous gift book is the perfect anthology for Halloween, or any time you want to be spooked! Features stories from Germany, Czechoslovakia, Russia, Africa, Brazil, Japan, Australia, India, UK, Canada, France, China, Ireland, Syria, Korea, Sweden, Egypt, Iceland, New Zealand, Arabia, Spain, Tibet, Iran, Greece.
Discussion points
Which story did you find the spookiest and why?
How do you think the characters felt when they encountered something scary? Have you ever felt the same way?
What is one lesson you learned from one of the spooky stories?
If you could change the ending of any story, which one would it be and what would you change?
Which spooky story would you like to tell your friends?
Tip: Role play these questions
Utilize expressive reading to bring the spooky tales to life, adjusting your tone and pace to match the mood of each story.
After each story, pause to discuss the characters' decisions and actions, asking your child what they would have done differently.
Encourage connections between the tales and your child’s own experiences, fostering empathy and understanding of the characters' feelings.
Highlight the moral or lesson in each story to help your child grasp the deeper meanings.
Propose drawing or writing a continuation of their favorite story, which helps in creative thinking and expression.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of fear
Explanation: The various tales in 'A World Full of Spooky Stories' often feature young protagonists who encounter eerie and scary situations. Through these narratives, children see examples of characters who face their fears and overcome obstacles.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to manage their own fears and gain confidence in tackling new challenges, whether it's trying out for a sports team, speaking in front of a class, or dealing with a scary situation at night.
Example Lesson: Cultural appreciation and understanding
Explanation: This book takes readers around the globe, presenting ghostly stories from different cultures. Each story provides a glimpse into the traditions, beliefs, and societal norms of various cultures.
Real-World Application: Children can develop a greater respect and curiosity for cultures different from their own, fostering open-mindedness and inclusivity in their daily interactions at school and within the community.
Example Lesson: The importance of storytelling
Explanation: Through its diverse range of spooky tales, this book showcases the power and tradition of storytelling in preserving history and teaching lessons across generations.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to engage in storytelling themselves, enhancing their communication skills and imagination, and preserving family and cultural traditions by sharing stories with others.