More Short & Shivery
#2 in Short & Shivery Series
on Goodreads (185)
What’s inside...
Thirty hair-raising stories from around the world fill this spooky collection with delicious shivers and spine-tingling chills. Sit down and meet The Vampire Cat, The Draug and The Rolling Head; or take a stroll with The Thing in the Woods. You'll find favorites such as The Golden Arm and startling new stories such as Knock...Knock...Knock, vividly told with plenty of ghastly details and spooky endings. There's something here for everyone who likes a good shudder...but be prepared for goosebumps! Twenty delightfully creepy illustrations by Katherine Coville and Jacqueline Rogers highlight this companion to Robert San Souci's first collection of scary stories, Short & Shivery. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Discussion points
What do you think motivates the characters to act in the ways that they do in these stories?
How would you have reacted if you were in the same situation as one of the characters?
What is the main message or lesson of one of the stories you read? Do you agree with it?
Can you think of a different ending for any of the stories? What would you change?
Which story was your favorite and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use the themes of the stories as a springboard for discussions about values such as bravery, wisdom, and kindness.
Relate the stories to personal experiences or current events to make the conversation more relevant.
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the story and make connections to their own lives.
Ask your child to draw or write about their favorite story, which can help them process and remember the content.
Validate your child's feelings and perspectives as they discuss, reinforcing their confidence in expressing their thoughts.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of fear
Explanation: The protagonists in 'More Short & Shivery' often confront and overcome various fearsome situations, showcasing bravery.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of facing their fears, whether it's speaking in front of a class or trying out for a sports team.
Example Lesson: The significance of wisdom and clever thinking
Explanation: Several stories highlight characters outsmarting their adversaries through clever maneuvers rather than brute force.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think critically and find intelligent solutions to problems rather than relying on aggression.
Example Lesson: Consequences of actions
Explanation: Characters in the stories face consequences based on their decisions, emphasizing the moral that every action has a reaction.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to consider the outcomes of their decisions and to be accountable for their actions.
Example Lesson: Value of kindness
Explanation: In some stories, acts of kindness are rewarded, demonstrating the benefits of being considerate and compassionate towards others.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of treating others with respect and kindness, which can lead to positive interactions and relationships.
Example Lesson: Importance of persistence
Explanation: Characters often succeed through perseverance, facing repeated challenges but remaining determined to overcome them.
Real-World Application: This instills the value of not giving up in the face of adversity, applicable in schooling, personal hobbies, and future challenges.