My Weird School Special: Oh, Valentine, We've Lost Our Minds!
#4 of 21 in My Weird School Series
What’s inside...
With more than 12 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! It's the week of Valentine's Day, and A.J.'s class is getting a foreign exchange student! His name is Pierre, and he's from France. But what happens when Pierre challenges A.J. to a duel (or at least a thumb war) over Andrea? One thing's for sure: when L-O-V-E comes to Ella Mentry, it spells the weirdest Valentine's Day story in the history of the world! Bestselling author Dan Gutman brings his kid-friendly sense of humor to this special series of after-school, holiday-themed chapter books featuring hilarious stories and thirty-two pages of games, puzzles, and more. This is one weird Valentine's Day special you won't want to miss!
Discussion points
What do you think made A.J. and his friends find Valentine's Day so weird?
How did the characters in the book show their feelings towards each other?
What was your favorite part of the Valentine's Day celebration at Ella Mentry School, and why?
If you could create your own wacky Valentine's Day event at school, what would it be like?
Do you think Valentine's Day is important? Why or why not?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the characters' experiences to their own by asking how they would feel in similar situations.
Use the themes of the book to discuss the importance of showing kindness and appreciation towards others.
Discuss the various forms of friendships portrayed in the book to help your child understand the different ways people can care about each other.
Create a fun activity where you and your child can design quirky Valentine’s cards inspired by the book, fostering a creative discussion about the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The value of friendship
Explanation: The characters in 'My Weird School Special: Oh, Valentine, We've Lost Our Minds!' navigate their relationships, demonstrating how friendships can endure amidst misunderstandings and challenges.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value and nurture their friendships, understanding that overcoming conflicts can strengthen bonds.
Example Lesson: Importance of empathy
Explanation: Throughout the story, characters show understanding and kindness to one another, especially when mistakes are made or feelings are hurt.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to be empathetic towards their peers, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment in school and at play.
Example Lesson: Creativity and problem-solving
Explanation: The book showcases characters coming up with imaginative solutions to unexpected problems during their Valentine's Day celebration.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think creatively and be proactive in solving their own problems, whether in academic settings or in personal scenarios.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: The characters face various humorous yet challenging situations, and they learn to adapt and persevere through them.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of resilience, understanding that facing challenges is a part of life and that perseverance is key to overcoming them.