Ms Wiz Loves Dracula (Ms Wiz)
Ms Wiz Series
What’s inside...
They meet at the school dance and the ultimate happens - Ms Wiz falls in love! Dracula seems shy, but Ms Wiz is sure he'll come round. Dracula however, is worried - he doesn't know what Ms Wiz will say when she finds out that he lives at No 49 and is better known as the School Inspector. The lights are low, the music's romantic, and Ms Wiz is dancing with a tall, dark-haired stranger—with long white fangs. The children of Class 3 go into action when they discover that Ms Wiz is falling in love with Dracula.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-9
Length
55 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Ms. Wiz would do if she met a real vampire?
How does Ms. Wiz help her friends when they are scared?
What did you learn about friendship from the story?
Why do you think Ms. Wiz loves Dracula, and how does that change the way characters in the book see him?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine and express what they would do in the situations the characters encounter.
Discuss the concept of misunderstood characters, like Dracula, and how perceptions can change.
Relate the book’s themes to real-life situations of friendship and bravery to make them more tangible for your child.
Use expressive reading to bring out the fun and suspense in the story, making the reading session more engaging.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters learn to understand and empathize with Dracula’s feelings and situations, rather than judging based on his scary appearance.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by learning to accept and appreciate differences in their peers, fostering a more inclusive and compassionate environment at school and in social settings.
Example Lesson: Courage to Face Fears
Explanation: Ms. Wiz demonstrates bravery when dealing with the intimidating Dracula, showing readers that it's okay to face fears head-on.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to confront their own fears, whether it’s trying something new or standing up in class, helping them to grow and become more confident.
Example Lesson: The Importance of Helping Others
Explanation: The story highlights the value of helping those who seem ‘different’ or misunderstood, as the characters rally to assist Dracula.
Real-World Application: This teaches kids the significance of community support and altruism, inspiring them to help others in their community, such as through volunteering or supporting a friend.