My Monster: Boris to the Rescue and Felix the Naughty Monster!
My Monster Series
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What’s inside...
This book contains the first two stories of the 'My Monster' series, featuring 'Boris to the Rescue' and 'Felix, the Naughty Monster'. In the first story, Boris, a red furry monster with golden horns, helps his friend Bobby deal with a bully at school by setting up an embarrassing situation for the bully. In the second story, Boris is excited to attend a birthday party with Bobby but has to bring along his mischievous younger brother, Felix, leading to chaotic events at the party. These stories, ideal for children aged 5 to 9, are both humorous and depict the triumph of good over bad.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-9
Length
88 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think Boris felt when he helped others? Can you think of a time you helped someone and how it made you feel?
Why is it important to be kind, even to someone who might be acting like Felix the Naughty Monster?
What are some ways Boris could help Felix become a better friend? Can you think of ways we can help friends in real life?
How do the actions of Boris teach us about friendship and responsibility?
If you were in this story, what would you do differently and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage empathy by asking your child to put themselves in Boris's shoes, discussing the emotions and decisions involved.
Highlight the moral lessons by discussing the consequences of the characters' actions and relating them to real-life situations.
Use the book as a tool to discuss the value of teamwork and cooperation, asking your child to think of times they have worked together with others to achieve a goal.
Prompt your child to think about personal growth by discussing how characters like Felix could change their behavior for the better.
Create a fun and interactive environment for discussion, perhaps using toys or drawings to re-enact parts of the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: Throughout the narrative, Boris shows empathy by helping Felix understand the consequences of his mischievous actions, demonstrating kindness and patience.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to consider the feelings of others and manage their actions accordingly, fostering a more compassionate interaction with peers.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Felix learns to take responsibility for his actions as the story progresses, particularly when his pranks go too far, teaching him to own up to his mistakes.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to accept responsibility for their actions and understand the importance of personal accountability in everyday situations.
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: The bond between Boris and Felix highlights the value of supporting and caring for friends despite challenges, strengthening their connection.
Real-World Application: Children are taught the significance of nurturing friendships and supporting friends through difficult times, which is essential for building strong interpersonal relationships.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Boris often helps Felix come up with solutions to problems caused by Felix’s misbehavior, showcasing effective problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to think creatively and strategically in solving their own problems, whether in social settings or individual tasks.