One Night in Doom House (Mostly Ghostly)
#3 of 8 in Mostly Ghostly Series
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What’s inside...
Dragged into a haunted house by his friend Aaron, Max finds some objects that he thinks might help his ghost friends Nicky and Tara. But when he takes them home for further research, he upsets a whole colony of evil ghosts and sends a crazy human-melting Heat Ghost after the girl of his dreams! When Max realizes what he’s done, he embarks on a wild ride across town to keep the ghost from melting his classmates. Will he make it in time or will his whole school melt into the ground, with all his friends inside? From the Hardcover edition.
Discussion points
How would you feel if you were in Max's shoes, discovering you can see ghosts? What would you do first?
Max faces many challenges in the story. What are some ways he shows bravery and what can we learn from it?
What role do friendships and teamwork play in overcoming the obstacles Max and his friends encounter?
If you could give any advice to Max or any of his ghostly friends, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Begin the conversation with your child by asking them to summarize the book in their own words to gauge their understanding.
Use the discussion questions to delve deeper into character analysis and problem-solving strategies outlined in the book, making it relatable to real-life situations your child might face.
Encourage empathy by exploring how different characters might feel in various situations throughout the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of fear
Explanation: The protagonist, Max, consistently confronts supernatural challenges, demonstrating bravery.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to face their own fears, whether it's trying something new or standing up for what's right.
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: Max’s relationship with his ghost friends shows that loyalty and support are crucial, even in unusual circumstances.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of building and maintaining friendships, showing empathy and support in various situations.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Throughout the story, Max must think on his feet and devise plans to deal with ghosts and solve mysteries.
Real-World Application: Encourages critical thinking and creativity in dealing with daily challenges and in academic settings.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Max takes on the responsibility of helping his ghost friends and protecting his family, showing maturity and accountability.
Real-World Application: Instills the importance of taking responsibility for one’s actions and the well-being of others around them.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: Max's actions to help his ghostly friends have both positive and negative repercussions, demonstrating that actions have consequences.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand that their decisions impact themselves and others, teaching them to consider the outcomes before acting.