Book 6: Can't Keep Trackula of Jackula (Katherine the Almost Great, 6)
#6 in Katherine The Almost Great Series
What’s inside...
With Halloween just around the corner, Katharine thinks her baby brother Jack has turned into Jackula, she gets in trouble at school, and she still doesn't have a costume. Will she discover the truth about Jackula before it's too late?
Discussion points
Why do you think Katherine felt it was important to keep up with Jackula’s antics, and how did she handle the challenges she faced?
What are some ways Katherine showed her strengths and weaknesses throughout the story?
How do you think the story would have changed if Katherine made different choices?
What did you learn about friendship and responsibility from Katherine’s adventures?
If you were in Katherine’s place, how would you have dealt with Jackula?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by asking your child what they liked most about the story to create a positive conversation atmosphere.
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the characters’ decisions, fostering empathy and critical thinking.
Connect the story’s scenarios to real-life situations your child may encounter, enhancing the relevance of the discussion.
Ask your child to imagine alternative endings or different choices the characters could make and discuss the potential outcomes.
Praise your child for their insights and encourage them to think about what they might learn from Katherine’s experiences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of responsibility
Explanation: In the story, Katherine learns to take responsibility for her actions when her plans go awry during a mishap with her friend Jack turned 'Jackula'.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by understanding the consequences of their actions and learning to own up to their mistakes in daily activities such as schoolwork or household chores.
Example Lesson: Resilience in overcoming fears
Explanation: Katherine faces her fear of messing up her great plan and learns to adapt and overcome challenges.
Real-World Application: This teaches children that it's okay to feel scared and that they have the strength to face and overcome their fears, whether it's trying out for a sports team or speaking in front of the class.
Example Lesson: Value of friendship
Explanation: Despite the chaos caused by Jackula, Katherine and her friends work together to resolve the situation, highlighting the strength of teamwork and friendship.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of supporting and collaborating with their friends in solving problems or working on group projects in school.