Lost in the Wild: A Choose Your Path Book
#1 of 2 in Choose Your Path Series
What’s inside...
It's supposed to be a fun camping trip with your family. But when you and your sister get caught in a terrible storm, your vacation becomes an endless struggle to stay alive! You're the main character in this middle-grade adventure. Your choices affect the story. Will you survive? Or will your choices lead to a tragic ending?
Discussion points
What would you do if you were in the character’s shoes and had to make a choice in the wilderness?
How do you think the animal characters felt in different parts of the story?
What was the most challenging decision the character faced, and why?
How did the choices made by the character change the outcome of the story?
If you could add another path to the story, what would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to reflect on each choice before turning the page. Discuss whether it was a safe and wise decision.
Create a comfortable and immersive reading environment that mimics a wilderness camp setting to make the story more vivid and engaging.
After reading, ask your child to draw their favorite scene, emphasizing the choice made in that scenario. Discuss why it stood out to them.
Relate the decisions in the book to real-life situations your child may face, enhancing their problem-solving skills.
Praise your child for considering different outcomes and encourage them to think critically by asking what other results might have occurred from different choices.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Decision-making skills
Explanation: In 'Lost in the Wild,' children are faced with making choices that determine the story's outcome, teaching them about consequences.
Real-World Application: This helps children understand the importance of thoughtful decision-making in their daily interactions and activities.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving abilities
Explanation: As the protagonist navigates various challenges in the wild, children learn to think critically and solve problems creatively.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply these problem-solving strategies in school projects or in resolving conflicts with peers.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Making decisions in the book teaches children that their choices have impacts, fostering a sense of responsibility.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to take responsibility for their actions in their home and school life.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and exploration
Explanation: The adventure in the wild sparks curiosity and encourages exploration, key elements in learning and discovery.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to explore the world around them, ask questions, and seek out new experiences.
Example Lesson: Coping with uncertainty
Explanation: The unpredictable nature of the adventure helps children learn to cope with uncertainties and adapt to changing situations.
Real-World Application: This skill is vital in helping children navigate the uncertainties they face in everyday life, such as moving to a new school or dealing with a changing family dynamic.