Mrs Jafee Is Daffy!
#6 in My Weird School Daze Series
What’s inside...
A.J. and his classmates are encountering bizarre behavior from the new school librarian, Mrs. Roopy, who they believe has multiple personality disorder due to her impersonations of famous people, including the school lunch lady Mrs. Jafee. In another part of Ella Mentry School, the new vice principal introduces unconventional teaching methods, such as doing math while standing on their heads, taking spelling tests underwater, and practicing yoga, adding to the overall weirdness at the school.
Discussion points
What do you think makes Mrs. Jafee so unique compared to other teachers?
How do the students react to Mrs. Jafee's unusual methods? What would you do if you were in their class?
What are some of the funniest moments in the book? Why do you think they are funny?
How do you think Mrs. Jafee helps her students learn, even though she's very different?
If you could ask Mrs. Jafee one question, what would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing your own thoughts about Mrs. Jafee's character and teaching methods to encourage open dialogue.
Ask your child what they found surprising or unexpected about the book to help them articulate their thoughts clearly.
Encourage your child to relate the book to their own school experiences, drawing similarities or differences to deepen understanding.
Discuss the reactions of other characters in the book to help your child explore different perspectives and develop empathy.
Utilize humor from the book to keep the conversation light and enjoyable, reinforcing a positive reading experience.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of creativity in problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, Mrs. Jafee encourages her students to think outside the box to solve different school-related challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to use their imagination and creativity to tackle tasks and problems in their daily activities, fostering innovative thinking from a young age.
Example Lesson: Respect and appreciation for teachers
Explanation: Mrs. Jafee's quirky teaching methods endear her to her students and show how diverse teaching styles can be effective and engaging.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to value and respect their educators' efforts and understand that everyone has a unique approach to teaching and learning.
Example Lesson: The value of humor in learning
Explanation: The humorous situations in the book make learning more engaging and enjoyable for the students.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to incorporate humor into their learning processes, making studying a fun and less stressful experience. This can lead to enhanced memory and retention of information.
Example Lesson: Collaboration among peers
Explanation: Mrs. Jafee often organizes group activities that require students to work together, highlighting the effectiveness of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of teamwork and cooperation in achieving common goals, both in school and other aspects of life.
Example Lesson: Adaptability to different learning environments
Explanation: The students learn to adapt to Mrs. Jafee’s unconventional teaching style, demonstrating flexibility.
Real-World Application: This prepares children to be adaptable and flexible in different learning situations, equipping them to handle various challenges and changes throughout their educational journey.