Miles Is a Mighty Brothersaurus
#1 in Brothersaurus Series
on Goodreads (8)
What’s inside...
A story about what happens when you stop trying to be like your siblings and start being yourself. Six-year-old Miles is back and today is his big brother Scotty's championship baseball game. The whole family is excited - everyone except Miles, that is. As the middle child, Miles is tired of celebrating his siblings' achievements all the time and feels like no one seems to care much about what he likes to do. Opting to stay home with Grandpa instead of going to the big game, Miles decides to find something he can do really well, so he can win a lot of trophies and show his family that he is special, too! Gramps and Miles set out to find his 'thing,' but ultimately discover that the best trophy of all is the happiness that comes when you do what you love - and that it's really super special to just be yourself.
Character compass
Miles
Discussion points
How do you think Miles felt when he helped his brother? Can you share a time you helped someone and how it made you feel?
What does being a 'mighty' sibling mean to you? What are some ways you can be a mighty sibling or friend?
Miles and his brother had a great adventure together. What adventure would you like to go on with your friends or siblings?
How did the brothers work together in the story? Why is teamwork important?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child what they think being a 'mighty' sibling means to encourage anticipation and critical thinking.
Pause at intense moments in the story to ask your child how they think the characters are feeling, promoting empathy and understanding.
After reading, relate the story to your child’s life by discussing similar experiences they’ve had with siblings or friends, making the story’s themes more relevant and personal.
Encourage your child to draw a picture of their favorite part of the book, enhancing their connection to the story through creative expression.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Family Bonds
Explanation: In 'Miles Is a Mighty Brothersaurus,' Miles and his brothers learn to overcome challenges by working together, highlighting the strength of family unity.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by engaging in cooperative activities with their siblings or family members, learning to value and rely on each other.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: The story presents Miles and his siblings engaging in imaginative play, turning their surroundings into a dinosaur world, which fosters creativity.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to use their imagination in play, which aids in creative thinking skills and problem-solving abilities in real-life scenarios.
Example Lesson: Conflict Resolution
Explanation: Throughout their adventures, Miles and his siblings encounter and resolve conflicts, teaching children effective ways to handle disagreements.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children develop skills to peacefully resolve conflicts with peers at school or during play.
Example Lesson: Courage in Facing Fears
Explanation: Miles shows bravery as he faces challenges in their games, teaching children the value of courage when confronting their own fears.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face and overcome their personal fears, whether it be trying new activities, or standing up in class presentations.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: The brothersaurus game requires Miles and his brothers to cooperate and play as a team, which emphasizes the benefits of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn that working together can make tasks easier and more fun, a valuable skill for group projects or team sports.