DFC Library: Monkey Nuts
The DFC Library Series
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What’s inside...
Welcome to the Isla de Monstera, home of the world's only tap-dancing, banana-loving, rust-fighting, coconut-talking, crime-busting organisation... MONKEY NUTS! In their very first adventure, Sid, Rivet and Chief Tuft are forced to do battle against a horde of random oddballs and weirdos. When a mysterious signal begins to drive the local loonies into a crazy rage, the Monkey Nuts team have no choice but to grab their masks and get heroic! Monster-catching action from the DFC Library -- now in a convenient paperback format!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-12
Length
64 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think made the characters in the story act the way they did?
How would you feel if you were in a similar situation as the characters?
What are some ways the characters could have solved their problems differently?
Can you think of a time when you had to work together with someone to solve a problem? What was that like?
What did you learn from the story that you can apply in your own life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the characters' experiences to their own by asking them to share personal stories that connect with the book’s themes.
Foster empathy by discussing the emotions of the characters and asking your child how they might have felt in the same situations.
Highlight the problem-solving aspects of the story and brainstorm with your child other possible solutions to the characters' dilemmas.
Use the book as an opportunity to teach valuable life lessons, such as the importance of teamwork and communication.
After discussing the book, engage in an activity together that mirrors the theme of the story, providing a practical and fun learning experience.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'DFC Library: Monkey Nuts,' the characters work together to solve problems and overcome challenges, demonstrating the importance of collaboration.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to cooperate with peers to achieve a common goal.
Example Lesson: Creative Problem Solving
Explanation: The book showcases characters thinking outside the box to handle unexpected situations, highlighting creative approaches to problem-solving.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think creatively when faced with challenges in their everyday life, whether it’s dealing with a difficult homework problem or resolving a dispute with a friend.
Example Lesson: Value of Humor
Explanation: Humor is a recurring element in 'Monkey Nuts,' used to lighten tense situations and bond characters, showing how laughter can be a powerful tool.
Real-World Application: Children learn to use humor as a way to connect with others and ease stressful situations, helping them build social skills and emotional resilience.
Example Lesson: Importance of Perseverance
Explanation: Characters in the story often face setbacks, but they continue to push forward, teaching resilience and determination.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of not giving up in the face of difficulties, be it at school, in sports, or in their personal endeavors.