Mia Mayhem Breaks Down Walls
#4 of 13 in Mia Mayhem Series
What’s inside...
Mia uses her super-strength to break down walls in this fourth adventure of the Mia Mayhem chapter book series! Mia is determined to be the best in her strength-training class, so she can learn how to lift cars, and climb super tall buildings! But when her own super strength gets the better of her, she ends up causing absolute mayhem. Will Mia be able to rebuild the walls she broke down, one-by-one? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Mia Mayhem chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.
Character compass
Mia Macarooney
Eddie
Mr. Macarooney
Mrs. Macarooney
Discussion points
What do you think makes Mia Mayhem special, and how does she use her powers to help others?
How did Mia overcome the challenges she faced in the story? Can you think of a time when you faced a challenge and how you dealt with it?
Mia works with her friends to break down walls. Why is teamwork important, and how can working with others help us achieve our goals?
How do the characters in the book show kindness and support to one another? Can you share examples from your own life where you've helped or supported a friend?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate personal experiences with the story's themes, as this promotes empathy and deeper understanding.
Discuss the importance of perseverance and teamwork as demonstrated in the book, highlighting these values in real-life contexts your child can understand.
Ask open-ended questions that require more than a yes or no answer to encourage critical thinking and personal reflection on the story’s events.
Praise your child for thoughtful responses and insights during discussion to foster a positive and supportive reading environment.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Resilience in overcoming obstacles
Explanation: Mia faces physical and emotional challenges as a young superhero, learning to navigate them with determination.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by tackling their own challenges, whether it’s difficult homework or making new friends, with a positive attitude and persistence.
Example Lesson: Importance of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the story, Mia learns that working together with others can lead to greater success than working alone.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to participate in team activities, learn to cooperate with peers, and value different perspectives.
Example Lesson: Self-acceptance and embracing one's uniqueness
Explanation: Mia discovers her unique abilities as a superhero and learns to appreciate them instead of feeling out of place.
Real-World Application: Kids are taught to celebrate their own differences and those of others, boosting self-esteem and fostering inclusivity.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Mia encounters various problems that she must solve using her powers and intelligence, emphasizing the value of thinking critically.
Real-World Application: Children can use problem-solving strategies from the book to address their own problems, such as resolving conflicts with siblings or figuring out a tricky puzzle.