Dennis & Gnasher: Little Menace’s Great Escape
#6 of 6 in Dennis & Gnasher Series
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What’s inside...
When Dennis’s parents are invited to an adult-only wedding, he and Harsha devise the perfect plan to avoid nagging – they’ll do it! However, when Dennis’s little sister Bea goes missing, they’ll start to realise that babysitting isn’t all it’s cracked up to be! Join Dennis, Gnasher, Harsha and Rubi as they chase Bea across Beanotown, following the trail of destruction she leaves in her wake. Will they find her before Dennis’s parents get home? An adventure story, told with funny pictures!
Discussion points
What do you think Dennis learned from his great escape adventure?
How did Dennis and Gnasher's friendship help them during their escapades?
If you could plan your own adventure, what would it look like and who would you bring along?
What are some ways Dennis could have solved his problems without causing trouble?
How do you think the story would change if you were in Dennis's place?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think critically about the consequences of Dennis's actions and relate them to real-life situations. Use examples from the book to discuss the importance of friendship and teamwork. Help your child connect with the story by asking them to imagine their own creative adventures or how they would handle similar challenges.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: Throughout 'Dennis & Gnasher: Little Menace’s Great Escape,' Dennis and his friends must work together to formulate and execute their escape plan, showcasing the power of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities, learning to collaborate with others to achieve common goals, whether in sports, school projects, or family chores.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The book presents numerous challenges that Dennis and his peers must think creatively to overcome, emphasizing the importance of problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Kids can use these problem-solving strategies in their daily interactions, such as finding ways to resolve disputes with siblings or coming up with solutions to personal challenges with homework or tasks.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Dennis learns to take responsibility for his actions as his plans impact those around him, a key theme in the narrative.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand the consequences of their actions and encourage them to take responsibility in various situations like admitting mistakes or taking care of their belongings.