Monsters in the Attic
#2 in Monsters Series
What’s inside...
Rilla continues to receive monsters from the Monster of the Month Club, which turn into stuffed animals. However, she is astonished when two new monsters arrive and lead her on another wacky adventure. Meanwhile, Rilla tries her best to hide these living monsters from her mother and aunt.
Discussion points
How did the characters' feelings about the monsters change throughout the story?
What would you do if you found a monster in our attic?
Why do you think the monsters were hiding? What were they afraid of?
Can you think of a time when you were scared of something unknown? How did you overcome your fear?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the book, validating their emotions even if they differ from the characters.
Help them connect the story to their own experiences by discussing similar situations they've encountered or fears they've faced.
Discuss the importance of understanding and empathy towards others, even if they seem different or scary at first, like the monsters in the attic.
Use the discussion to explore creative problem-solving by asking your child how they would help the characters in the book if they were part of the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in facing fears
Explanation: In 'Monsters in the Attic', the characters confront their fear of monsters, symbolizing the universal childhood fear of the unknown.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to face their own fears, whether it’s trying out for a sports team, speaking in front of the class, or sleeping alone in the dark.
Example Lesson: Importance of teamwork
Explanation: The protagonists work together to solve the mystery of the noises in the attic, showcasing how collaboration can lead to success.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of cooperating with their peers or family members during group activities or tasks.
Example Lesson: Creativity and imagination
Explanation: The characters use their imagination to come up with ideas and theories about the attic noises, emphasizing the role of creativity in problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to use their creativity in everyday situations, whether in playing games, solving problems, or expressing themselves through art.
Example Lesson: Overcoming misconceptions
Explanation: Once the characters explore the attic, they realize their fears were based on misunderstandings, promoting the theme of overcoming false beliefs or misconceptions.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to seek understanding and clarity before forming conclusions or judgments in various situations.