Horrid Henry: Terrible Teachers: 6 Stories
Horrid Henry Series
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What’s inside...
Join Horrid Henry as he navigates through his day with some of the worst teachers imaginable. From the oblivious science teacher to the strict math instructor, Henry's quick wit and mischievous plans keep everyone on their toes in this humorous collection of stories. Additionally, the book includes a bumper collection of six of Henry's best classroom tales, featuring a dreadful dance class, a visit to the bad children's room, a sabotaged sports day, a new enemy, a faked book report, and Henry becoming president. With a joke and activity section included, this book is an irresistible introduction to reading for pleasure, making it the perfect gift for Horrid Henry fans everywhere.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-10
Length
208 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Horrid Henry
Miss Battle-Axe
Perfect Peter
Discussion points
How did Horrid Henry's actions affect his teachers and classmates? What would you have done differently?
Which teacher did you find the most interesting and why?
What lessons do you think Horrid Henry learned by the end of the stories?
If you could give Horrid Henry one piece of advice, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage empathy by asking your child to consider how they would feel in the teacher’s shoes during various scenarios in the book.
Highlight the consequences of actions by discussing the different outcomes of Henry's behavior.
Use examples from the book to discuss the importance of respect and cooperation in a classroom setting.
Inspire creativity by asking your child to imagine alternative endings to each story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Respecting authority
Explanation: The stories demonstrate the consequences of disrespecting teachers and the chaos it can create.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of listening to their teachers and respecting school rules to maintain a harmonious learning environment.
Example Lesson: Understanding different perspectives
Explanation: Through various teacher characters, the book shows that everyone has unique traits and challenges.
Real-World Application: This can help children develop empathy and better understand the feelings and actions of others around them.
Example Lesson: Responsibility for one's actions
Explanation: Horrid Henry often faces repercussions for his mischiefs, teaching that actions have consequences.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think before acting and understand that their actions affect not only themselves but others too.
Example Lesson: The value of education
Explanation: The book highlights how teachers play crucial roles in imparting knowledge despite the challenges.
Real-World Application: This can motivate children to appreciate their educational opportunities and the role of educators.