Attack of the Griefers: An Unofficial Minecraft Glitcher Novel (The Glitcher)
#2 of 2 in The Glitcher Series
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What’s inside...
Red and his friends are back in a brand new action-packed adventure! From the author of the Unofficial Minecraft Early Reader Stories comes the second installment of the Glitcher series for ages 7-12. There's a new glitcher in town - and he's throwing the Overworld into chaos. When strange things start to happen, from hordes of creepers to raining ocelots, it's up to Red and his friends to find the person responsible and end the craziness. Together again, they travel to the Griefer Hall of Fame and make a list of possible suspects. Will they figure out which griefer has taken on the abandoned mantle of The Glitcher and stop him once and for all? NOT AN OFFICIAL MINECRAFT PRODUCT. NOT APPROVED BY OR ASSOCIATED WITH MOJANG.
Discussion points
What do you think motivates the griefers in the story, and how would you handle a similar situation?
How do the characters in the book use teamwork to overcome challenges? Can you think of a time when you worked as a team?
What lessons did the characters learn about friendship and trust? How do you apply these lessons in your own life?
If you could give advice to one of the characters at the start of the book, what would it be and why?
How does the setting in the Minecraft world impact the story? What creative elements can you see from the game in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Pause at suspenseful moments in the story to ask your child what they think will happen next, encouraging them to think critically about the plot.
Relate the challenges faced by the characters to real-life scenarios your child might encounter, which helps them apply the moral lessons from the book.
Discuss the problem-solving strategies used by the characters and ask your child how they might use similar strategies in their own life.
Encourage your child to describe their favorite character and explain why, which can lead to deeper discussions about character traits and personal values.
After finishing the book, ask your child to draw or write about an alternative ending, boosting their creative and analytical thinking skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: Throughout 'Attack of the Griefers', characters must work together to overcome obstacles, similar to players cooperating in a Minecraft game.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of teamwork in accomplishing tasks that cannot be done alone, useful in school projects or sports.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving and Creativity
Explanation: The book challenges characters to find innovative solutions against the griefers, fostering a mindset of thinking outside the box.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to apply creative thinking and problem-solving in their academic tasks or personal challenges.
Example Lesson: Resilience and Perseverance
Explanation: Characters face setbacks due to the griefers’ tricks but persistently push forward to achieve their goals.
Real-World Application: It encourages children to stay determined and to not give up easily when faced with difficulties in real life.
Example Lesson: Understanding Digital Etiquette
Explanation: The behavior of griefers in the story emphasizes the consequences of poor online behavior and the value of digital citizenship.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to interact responsibly and respectfully when online, understanding the impact of their actions in digital spaces.