My FANGtastically Evil Vampire Pet
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My FANGtastically Evil Vampire Pet, a spin-off of Mo O'Hara's New York Times bestselling series, follows an aspiring evil scientist at Evil Scientist Summer Camp. Along with his best friend Sanj, a notebook of evil plans, and his forbidden vampire kitten Fang, they plan to conquer summer camp. However, unexpected arrivals and new alliances form, putting their plans to the test. This tale of summer camp shenanigans is filled with paranormal pets and humor as they vie for the title of Evil Emperor of the Camp.
Discussion points
What would you do if you had a pet like Fang? How would you take care of it?
Which character in the book did you relate to the most and why?
How do the characters in the story show teamwork or friendship?
What lesson did you learn from the adventures of the characters?
If you could ask the author one question about the book, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring the characters to life, changing your voice for each character to make the reading experience more engaging.
Discuss your child's favorite and least favorite parts of the book, encouraging them to explain their reasoning.
Relate the themes or situations in the book to your child's own experiences to help them connect personally with the story.
Encourage your child to imagine alternative endings for the book or what might happen next if the story continued.
Ask your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book, then discuss their artwork to gain insights into their interpretation.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The protagonist, Mark, learns to take care of his vampire pet, showing the importance of being responsible for another being.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking care of their pets or helping with chores at home, understanding that their actions impact others.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, Mark faces various challenges that require creative solutions, teaching children the value of thinking through problems.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to adopt a proactive approach to obstacles in school or in social settings, enhancing their critical thinking skills.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Mark learns to understand and share the feelings of his vampire pet, which is different from him. This highlights the importance of empathy.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate the perspectives and feelings of others, which is crucial in building strong interpersonal relationships.
Example Lesson: Persistence
Explanation: Despite difficulties, Mark remains committed to his goal of training his vampire pet, showcasing the merit of perseverance.
Real-World Application: This lesson instills a sense of resilience in children, encouraging them to not give up easily in their academic and personal endeavors.
Example Lesson: Accepting Differences
Explanation: Mark embraces the unusual characteristics of his vampire pet, promoting acceptance of differences.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to celebrate diversity among peers, fostering an inclusive environment at school and community settings.