Broken! - Green: Comet Street Kids
Comet Street kids Series
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What’s inside...
The Comet Street Kids series follows the exciting adventures of Rav, Asha, Tess, Finn, and Stefan. In one story, the kids face an unexpected challenge when their school project breaks, leading them to work together and think on their feet. In another book, 'Broken!', Finn, who loves playing football, breaks his arm during a match, which prevents him from playing in the cup final for six weeks. Despite his disappointment, the story explores whether anything can lift his spirits during this time. The Comet Street Kids books from Rising Stars Reading Planet are designed to be highly decodable and are perfect for helping children become fluent and confident readers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you think about the adventure the Comet Street Kids experienced? How would you have felt in their place?
What are some key qualities that each character showed in the story? Who did you resonate with the most and why?
Can you think of a time when something unexpected happened to you, like it did to the kids in the book? How did you react?
The story had its ups and downs. What was your favorite part and what emotions did it make you feel?
How do you think the story would change if it happened in our town? What adventures could the Comet Street Kids have here?
Tip: Role play these questions
Show genuine interest in their responses and ask follow-up questions to dig deeper into their thoughts and feelings.
Encourage them to compare events in the book with real-life situations they might encounter, helping them connect with the story on a personal level.
Discuss the characters' decisions and actions in the story and relate them to important values such as courage, friendship, and resilience.
Use the discussion as an opportunity to teach empathy by considering how different characters might have felt during various parts of the book.
Praise their insights and observations to boost their confidence and encourage a love for reading and critical thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'Broken! - Green: Comet Street Kids', the characters must work together to solve problems when their favorite toy breaks. This collaboration is central to the story's plot.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of working together with others to overcome obstacles, which is crucial in school projects and family activities.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The book showcases the characters brainstorming and trying different methods to fix the broken toy, teaching kids the process of problem-solving.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to think creatively and apply logical steps to solve issues they encounter in their daily lives, like fixing a torn book or resolving a misunderstanding with a friend.
Example Lesson: Resilience and Perseverance
Explanation: The Comet Street Kids display determination throughout the book as they face and overcome setbacks while trying to fix the toy.
Real-World Application: This lesson underscores the value of persistence and motivating children to not give up easily, whether in their studies, sports, or personal goals.
Example Lesson: Emotional Intelligence
Explanation: The story dives into how each character feels throughout the problem and how they manage these emotions together.
Real-World Application: This helps children understand and manage their own emotions, as well as empathize with others, developing stronger interpersonal skills.