Frankie vs. The Mummy's Menace (Frankie's Magic Soccer Ball #4)
#4 of 20 in Frankie'S Magic Football Series
What’s inside...
Frankie and his team love playing football. There's always time for a game. And now that they have their magical football, they're playing against teams they never imagined! But when Frankie, Charlie, Louise, and their dog pal, Max, get transported to ancient Egypt, they're in for a surprise. Will they be able to beat the menacing mummies?
Discussion points
How do you think Frankie felt when he faced the Mummy's Menace? Have you ever felt similar?
What would you have done if you were in Frankie's shoes during the soccer match?
Why is teamwork important in sports and other areas of life?
What did you learn about Egyptian history from the story?
Can you think of other ways Frankie and his friends could have solved their problem?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by asking your child to summarize the book to gauge their understanding and recall of the story.
Encourage your child to relate the emotions and situations in the book to their own experiences to deepen their empathy and understanding.
Discuss the importance of perseverance and teamwork highlighted in the story and relate it to real-life examples within school or family.
Use the historical elements from the book as a gateway to explore more about Egyptian culture and history together.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: Throughout the story, Frankie and his friends must work together to overcome the challenges posed by the mummy’s menace during their soccer match.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by collaborating with peers during group activities at school, sports teams, or during playtime to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Courage and Facing Fears
Explanation: Frankie shows bravery when confronting the mummy’s menace, despite feeling scared initially.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to face their own fears, whether it's trying out for a new activity, standing up to a bully, or dealing with a new experience.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The team must come up with strategic ways to play the game amidst unusual challenges posed by the magic in the story.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think critically and develop solutions for various challenges they encounter at school or in other aspects of daily life.
Example Lesson: Importance of Practice and Preparation
Explanation: Frankie and his team’s ability to play well, even under magical circumstances, highlights how practice plays a crucial role in their success.
Real-World Application: This underscores the value of consistent practice and being prepared for children, motivating them to apply diligence in their academic and extracurricular endeavors.
Example Lesson: Sportsmanship
Explanation: Despite the high stakes and magical interferences, Frankie and his friends maintain a good sportsmanship attitude throughout the game.
Real-World Application: It teaches children to always be fair and respectful to others, regardless of the situation, fostering healthy interpersonal relationships.