Luce Finds Her Hero (Hippo Cafe Club)
#15 in Hippo Cafe Club Series
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What’s inside...
Luce has left a very embarrassing note inside a library book and it's fallen into the wrong hands. Thank goodness she's got her stepbrother's visit to distract her.
Discussion points
Who is your favorite character in the story and why?
How did Luce show bravery in the story?
What would you do if you were in Luce’s situation?
How did the other characters in the Hippo Cafe Club help Luce?
What does being a hero mean to you after reading this book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the discussion by sharing your own thoughts on Luce’s actions and the story's outcome to encourage your child to open up.
Ask your child to draw a scene from the book where Luce felt brave. Discuss the drawing and relate it back to the story.
Provide real-world examples of everyday heroes and ask your child to compare them with Luce.
Encourage your child to think about and discuss the different emotions Luce might have felt at various points in the story.
Highlight the importance of teamwork as shown in the book and relate it to your child’s experiences with friends or family.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: In 'Luce Finds Her Hero,' Luce learns to understand and empathize with the various animals in the café, despite their differences.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this understanding by learning to appreciate and respect the feelings and perspectives of their peers and those who are different from them.
Example Lesson: Courage in facing fears
Explanation: Luce shows courage when helping her friends at the Hippo Café, even when she feels scared.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to face their own fears and challenges in school, at home, or in social settings, reinforcing the idea that bravery is not the absence of fear, but the action taken in spite of it.
Example Lesson: The importance of helping others
Explanation: Throughout the book, Luce helps other animals, demonstrating the value of assistance and kindness.
Real-World Application: Children learn that helping others can make a positive impact in their community and foster a supportive environment.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Luce persists in her quest to find her hero, showing determination despite obstacles.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of perseverance in achieving goals, whether it be in completing school assignments, learning a new skill, or building relationships.
Example Lesson: Recognizing Inner Strength
Explanation: Luce discovers her own inner strength through the challenges she faces, realizing that sometimes, being your own hero is just as important.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to find and acknowledge their own strengths and capabilities, boosting their self-esteem and independence.