No Place for Monsters: School of Phantoms
#1 of 2 in No Place for Monsters Series
What’s inside...
In this spine-tingling follow-up to No Place for Monsters, a group of unlikely friends band together to protect their town from monstrous threats. After defeating the Boojum and rescuing their town's forgotten children, Levi and Kat face new challenges as creepy snowmen appear and a bizarre blizzard hits just before spring break. Trapped in their school overnight, they encounter an evil far worse than the freak weather, an entity lurking in the darkened halls and preying on the students. Along with supernatural helpers, they must uncover and defeat this cold-hearted menace before it consumes the entire school.
Discussion points
What would you do if you found yourself in a mysterious school like the characters in the book? How would you feel?
How do the characters in the book show bravery or teamwork? Can you think of a time when you had to be brave or work with others to solve a problem?
What do you think the monsters in the story represent? Can monsters in stories teach us something about the real world?
Why do you think the author chose a school as the setting for this spooky adventure? How does the school environment affect the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, emphasize the courage and resourcefulness displayed by the characters. This can help reinforce these values in your child.
Draw parallels between the fictional scenarios in the book and real-life situations your child might encounter, encouraging them to consider how they would react.
Encourage your child to imagine their own ending or continuation of the story. This fosters creativity and engagement with the narrative.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in facing fears
Explanation: In 'No Place for Monsters: School of Phantoms', the characters confront spooky and eerie circumstances at their school, demonstrating bravery as they unravel mysteries.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to address their fears directly, whether it's speaking in front of the class or trying out a new activity, reinforcing courage and confidence in unfamiliar situations.
Example Lesson: Value of teamwork
Explanation: The protagonists in the book work together to solve the mystery, showcasing how collaboration can lead to success.
Real-World Application: This story encourages children to cooperate with peers in group tasks at school or during playtime, emphasizing that teamwork often leads to better outcomes.
Example Lesson: Importance of curiosity and inquisitiveness
Explanation: Throughout the book, the curiosity of the characters drives them to seek answers and solve puzzles that help save their school from supernatural forces.
Real-World Application: Curiosity can be fostered in a child’s daily life through exploration and questioning, aiding in educational growth and understanding of the world around them.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: As the children in the story encounter various challenges, they use critical thinking and problem-solving to navigate through them.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to apply similar skills when faced with challenges in real life, such as solving a math problem or resolving a dispute among friends.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: The characters often face setbacks but continue to persevere, highlighting the importance of resilience.
Real-World Application: Teaching children resilience through their struggles can help them manage stress and recover from setbacks, whether in academics, sports, or personal interactions.