Lunch Lady and the League of Librarians: Lunch Lady #2
#2 of 10 in Lunch Lady Series
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What’s inside...
From the author of National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo. Serving justice and lunch! Lunch Lady can sniff out something rotten like no one else—and there’s definitely something rotten going on in the library. The usually friendly librarians have become cold and secretive. Even Dee can’t seem to crack a smile out of them. What darkness may lurk in the hearts of librarians? Lunch Lady is on the case! And Hector, Terrence, and Dee are along for a wild ride!
Discussion points
Why do you think the Lunch Lady decided to become a hero?
How did the librarians' plan affect the students and the school?
What would you do if you discovered a secret like Hector, Terrence, and Dee?
How can teamwork help to solve problems?
Tip: Role play these questions
To foster a deeper understanding, relate the story to your child’s everyday school experiences. Ask them about their own perceptions of school staff and how they view their roles. Encourage your child to think critically about the characters’ motivations and actions, and how they themselves might react in similar situations. Discuss the importance of standing up for what's right and how secret talents can make a big difference. Finally, highlight the value of teamwork and community support as demonstrated by the characters in the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: In 'Lunch Lady and the League of Librarians', the Lunch Lady works together with her assistant, Betty, and the Breakfast Bunch to foil the librarians' evil plan. This collaborative effort highlights the importance of working together to achieve common goals.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to cooperate and value each member’s contributions.
Example Lesson: Creativity and innovation
Explanation: The Lunch Lady uses inventive gadgets and creative thinking to solve problems and overcome obstacles posed by the librarians. This showcases how thinking outside the box can lead to success.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to think creatively in their problem-solving strategies, whether it’s in their playtime or when facing academic challenges.
Example Lesson: Standing up against wrongdoing
Explanation: The characters bravely stand against the librarians' plan to dominate the world through hypnotic video games. This act of courage emphasizes the virtue of confronting unethical actions.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of speaking out against injustices and the impact their voice can have in their community.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for unsung heroes
Explanation: The Lunch Lady, typically unnoticed and underappreciated, reveals her hidden talents and significance in combating crime, which teaches the value of recognizing individuals who contribute quietly in the background.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and respect the roles everyone plays in their lives, from family members to school staff, acknowledging their efforts even if they aren’t always in the spotlight.