Indie Kidd: Are We Having Fun Yet (Hmmm?)
#4 in Indie Kidd Series
What’s inside...
Indie Kidd is simply crazy about animals. She feels terrible when her best(est) friend Fee's cat is run over. Poor Fee is lost without her beloved pet, Garfield. Indie will do anything to help her supersad friend feel glad again. She's ready to put her cheer-up-Fee plan into action. But is Fee ready to have fun yet? From the Trade Paperback edition.
Discussion points
What do you think Indie felt when she had to make a tough decision? Have you ever felt that way?
How do you think friendships change when we grow up? What did you learn from Indie and her friends?
If you were in Indie's shoes, how would you handle the misunderstandings with her friends?
What does having fun mean to you, and how does it compare to what Indie thinks?
Why is it important to talk things out, like Indie and her friends did?
Tip: Role play these questions
To foster a deep connection with the book’s themes, ask open-ended questions that relate to your child's experiences. Listen actively to their responses, showing empathy and understanding. Connect their answers to real-life scenarios to help them apply the book's lessons. Encourage them to express feelings and thoughts openly, reinforcing that their perspective is valued. Lastly, share your own experiences related to the book's themes to model reflective thinking and deepen the bond.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of honesty
Explanation: Indie Kidd navigates various challenges and learns the hard way that telling the truth is always best, even if it seems difficult initially.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by being truthful in their interactions with friends and family, fostering trust and open communication.
Example Lesson: Valuing friendships
Explanation: Throughout the book, Indie realizes the significance of her friendships and learns to appreciate and nurture them.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to care for and maintain their relationships, understanding the support and joy friendships can provide.
Example Lesson: Coping with change
Explanation: Indie faces several changes in her life and learns to adapt with resilience and optimism.
Real-World Application: Children learn that change is a natural part of life and it can be managed by remaining positive and flexible, helping them navigate transitions such as moving to a new school or welcoming a new family member.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: The story illustrates how Indie’s choices lead to various outcomes, teaching her to consider the consequences of her actions.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think ahead about the potential effects of their actions on themselves and others, promoting responsible decision-making.
Example Lesson: The power of creativity
Explanation: Indie uses her creativity to solve problems and express her feelings throughout the story.
Real-World Application: This lesson can inspire children to use their imagination and creativity as tools for problem-solving and self-expression in everyday life.