Bad Food: Game of Scones
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What’s inside...
An all-new original series featuring the art of viral sensation Joe Whale, AKA the Doodle Boy, and fan-favorite Eric Luper! Somewhere deep within the walk-in pantry at Belching Walrus Elementary lives an array of different foods that live in harmony. There are baskets of fruits and veggies, a cooler filled with chocolate milks and apple juices, and a freezer for ice-creams and yet-to-be-nuked chicken fingers. One day, the Supplies from the Principal's office show up and insist on sharing the coolness of the cooler. Their ruler is a ruler (pun intended) named Baron von Lineal. The Baron argues that they work harder than anyone in Belching Walrus Elementary while food just sits around. As such, the residents of the pantry have no choice but to open their doors. Anyhow, there's plenty of room in the cooler for everyone, right? Wrong! The Baron and his cohorts take over the pantry in no time! To free their fellow food, it's up to three young heroes Slice, Scoop, and Totz to venture out of the pantry and foil the Baron's plan for good. It's an epic, hilarious story kids will love. This fun, imaginative series will spur the creativity of kids worldwide. Highly illustrated with big black-and-white pictures from Joey on every page, this series will be sure to resonate with kids worldwide!
Discussion points
What did you think about the way the characters solved the problem in the story?
How do you feel about the choices the characters made during their adventure?
What would you have done differently if you were in the same situation as the characters?
Which character did you relate to the most and why?
What do you think is the main message of the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring the characters to life, altering your voice for different characters to maintain your child’s interest.
Pause after exciting moments in the story to discuss predictions about what might happen next, enhancing their critical thinking skills.
After reading, encourage your child to draw a scene from the book. Discuss why they chose that particular scene, deepening their understanding and engagement.
Connect themes or challenges from the book to real-life situations your child might encounter, helping them apply the story’s lessons.
Ask your child to summarize the story to ensure comprehension and to develop their ability to recall and narrate experiences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Healthy Eating Choices
Explanation: In 'Bad Food: Game of Scones,' the protagonist learns the importance of balancing treats with nutritious foods, leading to healthier decisions.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by making conscious choices about eating fruits and vegetables along with occasional sweets, promoting a balanced diet.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: The characters work together to organize a fair, showcasing how teamwork can lead to successful outcomes.
Real-World Application: Kids can use this lesson to collaborate effectively in group settings like school projects or sports, learning to value everyone’s contributions.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters encounter and resolve various challenges related to organizing the event, emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to approach obstacles in life creatively and logically, whether it’s in their academic tasks or personal endeavors.
Example Lesson: Respecting Differences
Explanation: The diverse cast of characters learns to appreciate each other's unique traits and backgrounds, fostering an environment of inclusion and respect.
Real-World Application: Children learn to embrace diversity in their communities, promoting empathy and understanding towards others irrespective of their backgrounds.