Ghost Hunt!
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What’s inside...
In 'Ghost Hunt! (Disney Frozen)', Elsa and Anna, together with Olaf, embark on a fun-filled adventure exploring a spooky old castle. Upon discovering hidden hallways and uncovering spooky secrets, they are in for a big surprise. This Step 1 Step into Reading leveled reader is perfect for children ages 4 to 6, featuring big type, easy words, rhymes, rhythmic text, and picture clues to aid in decoding the story. It also includes stickers and is ideal for Halloween or anytime reading.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-6
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What would you do if you were part of a ghost hunt?
How would you feel if you met a ghost like the ones in the book?
What do you think the ghosts in the story represent?
How did the characters' reactions to the ghosts change throughout the story?
Is there a message or lesson you learned from this book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing your own thoughts about the book and its themes to encourage your child to open up.
Ask your child to describe their favorite part of the book and why they liked it, to enhance their comprehension and recall skills.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite ghost from the book, using this as a gateway to discuss the characters and story.
Use expressive reading techniques, such as different voices for different characters, to make the story come alive and foster deeper emotional engagement.
Encourage imaginative thinking by asking your child what kind of supernatural powers they would like to have if they were a character in the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: In 'Ghost Hunt!', the characters must work together to solve the mystery, demonstrating how collaboration can lead to success.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or with friends, learning to cooperate to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: The young protagonists face their fears when encountering the unknown, showing bravery in challenging situations.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to confront their own fears, whether trying out for a new sport or speaking in front of a class.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The book showcases how the characters use clues and critical thinking to solve the mystery, emphasizing the importance of logical reasoning.
Real-World Application: Kids can use similar problem-solving skills in their daily life, from working out a math problem to resolving conflicts with siblings.
Example Lesson: Curiosity
Explanation: The characters' quest for the truth about the ghost inspires curiosity and a desire to learn.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children to ask questions and seek out knowledge in all areas of their life, fostering a love for learning.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Taking initiative is a theme as the characters take it upon themselves to investigate the ghost, showing responsibility for their community.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of being responsible for their actions and taking the initiative to help out at home or in their community.