Monsters Beware! (The Chronicles of Claudette)
#3 of 21 in Chronicles of Claudette Series
What’s inside...
Claudette, Marie, and Gaston are seasoned fighters who must represent their town in the Warrior Games while facing their biggest challenge yet. Not only must they win the games, but they also need to thwart the Sea Queen's plans of resurrecting the dark wizard Grombach to conquer the world. With their town's fate at stake, the trio must overcome their toughest adversaries and themselves to prevent a global catastrophe.
Discussion points
What do you think Claudette learned about bravery and fear throughout her adventure?
How did Claudette's actions inspire her friends and others in the story?
What would you have done if you were in Claudette's place when facing a monster?
How do you think working as a team helped Claudette and her friends?
What qualities do you admire most about Claudette and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts on the characters' decisions and actions, providing a safe space for open conversation.
Relate the themes of the story to real-life situations that your child might encounter, such as overcoming fears or the importance of teamwork.
Ask your child to draw parallels between their own experiences and those of the characters to deepen their understanding and personal connection to the story.
Foster a discussion about the moral lessons in the story and how they can be applied in your child's daily life.
Praise your child’s responses and insights during the discussion to boost their confidence and engagement.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in facing fears
Explanation: Claudette, the protagonist, constantly faces and overcomes various fears, showing bravery and resilience.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to confront their own fears, whether it's trying something new, standing up in class, or dealing with bullies.
Example Lesson: Importance of teamwork
Explanation: The story highlights Claudette's interactions with her friends, Marie and Gaston, illustrating how working together helps them overcome obstacles.
Real-World Application: Kids can understand the value of collaborating with others, whether in school projects, sports, or family activities.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding others
Explanation: Throughout their adventure, Claudette learns to understand and empathize with creatures that initially seem frightening or different.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be open-minded and compassionate towards others who may appear different from them, promoting inclusivity.
Example Lesson: Perseverance in achieving goals
Explanation: Claudette’s determination to defeat the monsters demonstrates the importance of persistence and hard work in accomplishing objectives.
Real-World Application: This lesson can motivate children to persist in their academic or personal goals, reinforcing the idea that effort leads to success.
Example Lesson: Creativity in problem-solving
Explanation: The characters often use imaginative solutions to tackle challenges they face, showing that creativity is valuable.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to think outside the box and apply creative thinking to overcome obstacles in school or while playing.