Goosebumps The Movie: Night of the Living Monsters
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What’s inside...
THE GOOSEBUMPS MOVIE captures the chills, thrills, and giggles of Scholastic's original bestselling series. Jack Black stars as author R. L. Stine. Zach, 16, has just moved from NYC to a creepy small town. He soon realizes his new neighbor, Hannah (also 16), is in danger. When he tries to rescue her, he accidentally unleashes the monsters created and brought to life by her writer father, R.L. Stine. Now it's up to Zach, Hannah, and Stine to get the monsters back in their books where they belong. Can they stop the monsters... for good? Packed with over 45 pictures from the movie! This title is geared toward kids ages 7-9. FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY.
Discussion points
How did the characters' reactions to the monsters help them overcome their fears?
What would you do if you found yourself in a similar situation as the characters in the story?
Which monster did you find the most interesting and why?
How do you think teamwork helped the characters in the story?
What lessons can we learn about bravery and friendship from the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage children to express what they felt about the monsters, distinguishing between scary and funny aspects.
Discuss real-life situations where they might feel scared and relate them to how characters managed their fears.
Draw parallels between the monsters in the book and mythical creatures from other stories they know.
Highlight examples of teamwork in the story and ask how they can apply this in their school or home.
Praise children for their insights and thoughts, affirming that their opinions are valuable.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of fear
Explanation: The characters in the book often face spooky and frightening situations, but they demonstrate bravery by confronting their fears to overcome obstacles.
Real-World Application: This teaches children that it's okay to be scared and that courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the ability to face it. This can help them tackle new challenges with confidence, whether it's trying out for a school play, standing up to a bully, or sleeping alone in the dark.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving under pressure
Explanation: Throughout the story, the characters encounter various problems that require quick thinking and teamwork to solve.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of staying calm and thinking critically when under pressure. This can be applied in their daily life when dealing with difficult school assignments, resolving conflicts with peers, or in emergency situations.
Example Lesson: The value of teamwork
Explanation: The characters often work together to battle monsters and navigate through tricky scenarios, highlighting the effectiveness of collaboration.
Real-World Application: This lesson emphasizes the importance of cooperating with others to achieve common goals. In real life, this can translate into working well in group projects at school, participating in team sports, or cooperating with siblings at home.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: Actions taken by the characters in the book often lead to certain consequences, teaching them to think before they act.
Real-World Application: This helps children understand that their actions have effects, encouraging them to consider the potential outcomes before making decisions. This is crucial for their moral development and for making thoughtful choices in interactions with friends and family.