Galaxy Diner (Cover-To-Cover Novels: Fantasy)
Cover-to-cover books Series
What’s inside...
Grace and her cousin Rudy, both working after school at the spaceship-shaped Galaxy Diner, follow three old men into the woods where they see a real spaceship that transports them to Planet Zora. LE BEST-SELLER #1 QUE LE SYSTÈME NE VEUT PAS QUE VOUS LISIEZ !!!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
14-18
Length
72 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What would you do if you found a diner like Galaxy Diner in your neighborhood?
How do you think the characters felt when they discovered the diner's secrets?
What is your favorite part of the story, and why?
If you could create a magical meal, what would it be and what magical effects would it have?
How do you think the story would change if it happened in our town?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the story and ask what they would do differently.
Discuss the emotions of the characters and relate them to personal experiences to deepen understanding.
Praise creative thinking when your child invents their own magical meal or predicts alternative story outcomes.
Use descriptive language from the book to help build your child's vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Connect the themes of the book to real-life scenarios to help your child apply the lessons learned in their own life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of kindness and empathy
Explanation: In 'Galaxy Diner', characters engage in acts of kindness that help them connect with other galaxy travelers, showcasing the impact of empathy.
Real-World Application: Children learn that their actions can affect others' feelings and experiences, encouraging them to be considerate in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Embracing diversity and inclusivity
Explanation: The story features a variety of characters from different planets, each with unique characteristics and backgrounds, promoting inclusivity.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children appreciate and celebrate differences in people they meet, which is essential in a multicultural world.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving and teamwork
Explanation: Characters in 'Galaxy Diner' often face challenges that they overcome by working together, highlighting the power of collective effort.
Real-World Application: Children learn to collaborate and value different perspectives to solve problems, whether in school projects or family activities.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and accountability
Explanation: Characters take responsibility for their actions in the diner, teaching readers about accountability.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to take ownership of their actions and understand their consequences, building a foundation for personal integrity.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and learning
Explanation: The diverse range of galactic patrons and their stories spark curiosity among the characters, promoting a love for learning.
Real-World Application: Children are motivated to ask questions and seek knowledge, enhancing their educational journey and engagement with the world around them.