It's Sunday, Ginger Meggs (Bluegum)
#5 in Ginger Meggs Series
What’s inside...
A general description of the adventures and mischiefs of the iconic Australian comic strip character Ginger Meggs, focusing on his experiences on Sundays. Additionally, the collection includes 10 jigsaw puzzles featuring amazing animals.
Discussion points
How do you think Ginger Meggs felt when his adventures didn’t go as planned? Can you relate to any of his feelings?
What lessons do you think Ginger learned throughout the book? How can we apply these lessons in our daily lives?
If you were Ginger, what would you have done differently in any of the stories? Why?
Which character in the book would you like to be friends with and why?
How do you think the story would change if it happened today?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by expressing your thoughts on Ginger Meggs' adventures and ask your child what intrigued them the most about the book. Highlight the morals and lessons from the stories to relate them to real-life scenarios your child might encounter. Encourage your child to imagine alternative endings or different choices the characters could have made, fostering creative thinking. Lastly, use the discussion to instill values such as resilience and problem-solving, underlining how Ginger navigates his challenges.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Ginger Meggs is portrayed as a character who learns to take care of his actions and responsibilities throughout the adventures.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by doing their chores, completing homework, and taking care of their belongings.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Despite facing various challenges, Ginger Meggs shows determination and resilience, which helps him overcome difficulties.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to not give up easily, whether it's during school tasks, sports, or in relationships with friends.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Problem Solving
Explanation: Ginger often comes up with creative solutions to problems he encounters, demonstrating thinking outside the box.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think creatively when faced with conflicts or challenges in daily life, enhancing their problem-solving skills.
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: The story emphasizes the importance of friendships and working together with peers.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to cultivate and value friendships, learning how to cooperate and empathize with others.
Example Lesson: Consequences of Actions
Explanation: Ginger Meggs often experiences the consequences of his mischiefs, which teaches him about accountability.
Real-World Application: Children understand that their actions have consequences, aiding them in making more thoughtful decisions.