Ghostville Elementary #4
#4 in Ghostville Elementary Series
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What’s inside...
In 'Ghostville Elementary #4', part of the children's book series by Debbie Dadey, the students of Ghostville Elementary continue their spooky and humorous adventures. This time, the story revolves around the ghost children and the human children facing a new challenge or mystery within their haunted school. They must work together, using their unique abilities and friendship, to overcome obstacles and learn important lessons about cooperation, understanding, and acceptance of differences. The exact plot details may vary as 'Ghostville Elementary #4' could refer to a specific title in the series, which typically includes a self-contained story within the larger context of the series' world. Get ready for more spooky fun from the best-selling authors of THE BAILEY SCHOOL KIDS. And you thought YOUR school was scary? These third-graders are haunted by a classroom full of GHOSTS! Welcome to fright night! Mr. Morton's third graders have invited family and friends to visit their classroom. Cassidy, Jeff, and Nina are all set to turn the school basement into a haunted house for the festival. The problem is...the basement is already haunted! And these ghosts don't like visitors! Can Cassidy and her classmates stop the ghosts before they crash the party? Or will their parents find out that the school is haunted...for real?
Discussion points
What would you do if you were a student at Ghostville Elementary and met a ghost for the first time?
How did the characters in the book show courage or teamwork?
What is your favorite part of the book, and why?
If you could create your own ghost character to add to the story, what would they be like and why?
How do you think the ghosts feel about living in the school, and would you be friends with them?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the ghostly scenarios; it can spark more personalized and empathetic responses.
Discuss the themes of courage and teamwork as presented in the book, reinforcing these values by linking them to real-life situations your child might face.
Prompt your child to talk about their favorite characters or scenes; this can lead to a deeper discussion about the storyline and character motives.
Get creative together—ask your child to draw or describe a new ghost character. This encourages creative thinking and engagement with the book’s theme.
Explore the emotional aspect of the ghosts—this can help your child develop empathy and understanding for different perspectives.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: Throughout 'Ghostville Elementary #4', characters must work together to solve mysteries and overcome challenges in the haunted school.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of collaborating with others, which can be applied in school projects or team sports.
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: The story showcases characters facing their fears when dealing with ghosts and spooky occurrences.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be brave when facing their own fears, whether it's trying new activities or standing up for themselves.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: The young protagonists utilize critical thinking and reasoning to find solutions to the problems they encounter.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply these problem-solving methods to academic challenges or everyday puzzles they need to solve.
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: Strong bonds and supportive friendships are highlighted as key elements helping the characters through their adventures.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand the value of nurturing friendships and being a good friend in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Acceptance of Differences
Explanation: Characters in the book learn to accept and embrace the quirks and unique traits of their ghostly classmates.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to celebrate diversity and be inclusive of others who may seem different from themselves.