Frankenstein
Frankenstein Series
What’s inside...
Some of the world's best stories are retold in this series, where well-known villains and heroes take new shape while staying true to the original. Artists add excitement to stories set from medieval England to the pirate-haunted South Seas. In one tale, a young scientist creates a living being from dead flesh and bone, resulting in a frightful monster. Victor Frankenstein must then stop his creation before its loneliness escalates to violence. The series also features updates for enhanced Common Core State Standards support, including discussion and writing prompts, an expanded introduction, bolded glossary words, and dynamic new covers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
10-14
Length
72 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What emotions did you feel when Victor Frankenstein created the monster? Why do you think he felt compelled to create life?
How do you think the monster feels about being different from everyone else? Have you ever felt the same way?
What could Victor have done differently after creating the monster? How do you think it would have changed the story?
Why is it important to take responsibility for our actions, as seen in Victor's experience?
If you could speak to Victor or the monster, what advice or questions would you have for them?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage empathy by discussing the feelings of both Victor and the monster throughout the story.
Connect personal experiences with those depicted in the book to deepen understanding of the themes.
For each question, give your child time to think and express their own views before sharing your perspective.
Highlight the moral lessons about responsibility and the consequences of one's actions.
Use follow-up questions to delve deeper into your child’s thoughts and feelings about the characters' decisions and experiences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: In 'Frankenstein', the creator's neglect of his creation leads to devastating consequences, illustrating the importance of being accountable for one's actions.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of taking responsibility for their actions and understanding the impact they can have on others.
Example Lesson: Compassion and understanding
Explanation: The story demonstrates how the monster longs for companionship and understanding, showing that everyone needs empathy and kindness.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to be compassionate towards others who may seem different from them, fostering a more inclusive attitude.
Example Lesson: Consequences of isolation
Explanation: The isolation experienced by the creature leads to negative emotions and actions, highlighting the adverse effects of social isolation.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the value of friendship and being connected to others, and how isolation can affect one's emotions and behavior.
Example Lesson: The pursuit of knowledge
Explanation: The story explores the boundaries of scientific exploration and the moral implications of surpassing them.
Real-World Application: This can teach children about the ethical considerations of curiosity and innovation, and the importance of using knowledge wisely.
Example Lesson: Acceptance of differences
Explanation: The creature’s differences cause fear and misunderstanding among humans, underscoring the importance of accepting and celebrating differences.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by embracing diversity in their communities and learning to appreciate what makes everyone unique.