Atticus Claw Breaks the Law
#1 of 7 in Atticus Claw - World's Greatest Cat Detective Series
What’s inside...
Meet Atticus Grammatticus Cattypus Claw, the world's greatest cat burglar. He's a tabby who spells trouble. He has been hired by Jimmy Magpie to steal all the jewels in Littleton-on-Sea. Needing a temporary home, Atticus adopts Inspector Cheddar and his family. However, after moving in with them, Atticus starts questioning if a life of crime is truly what he wants. When he receives a mysterious message asking him to come to a sleepy coastal town for a meeting, his curiosity gets the better of him. The message is from Jimmy the Magpie, gang leader, who wants Atticus to steal all the jewels in town and leave the humans baffled. But living with Inspector Cheddar and his family makes Atticus reconsider his criminal career.
Discussion points
What do you think made Atticus decide to change his ways?
How do you feel about the way Atticus handled challenges and conflicts in the story?
What can we learn from the teamwork shown by the characters?
How did the characters' actions lead to consequences, both good and bad?
If you could give Atticus one piece of advice, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the motives behind Atticus's actions and discuss alternative choices he could have made.
Invite your child to express their feelings about the characters' decisions and how they might handle similar situations themselves.
Discuss the importance of teamwork as shown in the book and ask your child about times they've had to work with others to solve a problem.
Explore the concept of consequences by asking your child to connect actions of the characters to outcomes in the story.
Let your child lead part of the conversation, encouraging them to ask questions and explore themes from their perspective.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of making good choices
Explanation: Atticus Claw, the cat burglar, faces various situations where he must choose between right and wrong. His journey demonstrates the consequences of both good and bad decisions.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to evaluate their choices and consider the consequences, helping them to make positive decisions in their daily interactions with friends and family.
Example Lesson: The value of friendship and trust
Explanation: Throughout the story, Atticus Claw learns the importance of friendship and develops trust with other characters, which turns out to be more valuable than any stolen goods.
Real-World Application: This story encourages children to value their friendships and build trust with others, which is crucial for developing healthy relationships.
Example Lesson: Redemption and second chances
Explanation: Atticus Claw’s character transformation from a thief to a hero shows that everyone has the capacity for change and deserves a second chance.
Real-World Application: Children are taught the power of forgiveness and the possibility of redemption, reinforcing the idea that it's never too late to correct one's mistakes.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and accountability
Explanation: Atticus takes responsibility for his actions by the end of the book, which is a significant step in his transformation.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of taking responsibility for their actions and being accountable, which are important aspects of growing up and personal development.