Monster Mountain Chase!: Book 1 (Go Mo Go)
#1 of 3 in Go Mo Go Series
What’s inside...
From Olympic gold medal winner Mo Farah and bestselling author of Oi Frog!, Kes Gray, comes a fun fiction series designed to get kids excited about reading and running. The story follows Mo and his friends on a running adventure to the Rocky Mountains, encountering new creatures and challenges along the way, including a thrilling encounter with Bigfoot. This book combines Mo Farah's passions for literacy and exercise, creating an engaging read for children that also celebrates his athletic achievements.
Discussion points
What do you think Mo the Monster learned during his adventure on Monster Mountain?
If you were Mo, what would you have done differently during the chase?
How did Mo’s friends help him during the mountain chase? Why is teamwork important?
What was the most exciting part of the story for you, and why?
How would you feel if you were on an adventure like Mo’s? What would you pack in your adventure bag?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage open-ended responses to foster deeper comprehension and emotional connection to the story. Listen actively to your child’s perspectives and share your own thoughts to make the discussion interactive. Highlight teamwork and courage depicted in the story and relate them to real-life examples to make the book’s themes more relatable. Use expressive reading techniques such as different voice pitches for characters and dramatic pauses during exciting parts to enhance engagement.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Throughout the adventure in 'Monster Mountain Chase!', the characters face various obstacles that challenge their determination. Despite difficulties, they continue to strive towards their goal.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of perseverance when facing their own challenges, whether in school projects or learning new skills.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The characters in the book work together to overcome challenges, highlighting how cooperation can lead to success.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to collaborate with peers or family members, understanding that teamwork can simplify tasks and solve problems.
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: As the characters interact and support one another during their journey, the book showcases the value of having friends who help and encourage you.
Real-World Application: Children are taught to nurture friendships and be supportive friends in their own lives, fostering social growth and empathy.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: The characters bravely face the unknown elements of Monster Mountain, demonstrating courage in the face of fear.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children to face their own fears and be courageous in new or intimidating situations.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout their journey, the characters encounter problems that they must solve creatively to move forward.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of thinking critically and creatively in problem-solving, applicable in school work and daily challenges.