Sea Monsters and Other Delicacies (Awfully Beastly Business)
#2 of 5 in An Awfully Beastly Business Series
What’s inside...
Get ready for the Beast Feast! When a sea monster arrives at the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Beasts, Ulf the werewolf must risk his life to save it. But the evil Baron Marackai is back, and beasts are on the menu! Can Ulf stop the cruel Beast Feast before he ends up as a tasty dessert himself? The future of the RSPCB depends on it.
Discussion points
What do you think are the biggest challenges that Ulf the werewolf faces and how would you overcome them if you were in his shoes?
How do the different sea monsters in the story help us understand the importance of embracing our uniqueness?
What qualities do you admire in Ulf's friends, and why are those qualities important in real life friendships?
If you could create your own sea monster, what would it look like and what special abilities would it have?
How do the characters in the book show bravery, and can you think of a time when you had to be brave?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use empathetic listening. When your child shares their thoughts on the book, echo back what you hear to show you understand their feelings and perspectives.
Connect themes from the book to real-life situations. This can help your child apply the lessons learned in the book to their own experiences.
Encourage creative thinking by asking your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book. Discuss their artwork to delve deeper into their interpretation of the story.
Praise your child's insights during the discussion. Positive reinforcement can boost their confidence and enthusiasm about reading and sharing their thoughts.
Ask follow-up questions based on your child’s responses to keep the conversation flowing and to encourage deeper thinking and connections.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: Throughout the book, the characters must work together to overcome challenges, demonstrating the power of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, understanding that cooperation can lead to accomplishing goals.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: Characters in the book often encounter creatures that are different from themselves, learning to understand and empathize with their situations.
Real-World Application: This can help children in learning to appreciate diversity and the perspectives of others in their classrooms and play areas.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The characters face various problems that they need to solve creatively and effectively.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to think critically and come up with creative solutions in their day-to-day challenges.
Example Lesson: Importance of honesty
Explanation: In the storyline, characters learn the consequences of dishonesty and the value of being truthful.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be integrated into a child’s life by teaching them the importance of honesty in building trust and strong relationships.
Example Lesson: Courage to face fears
Explanation: Characters often confront scary situations, showcasing bravery and the importance of facing fears.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to face their own fears, whether it's trying new activities or standing up for what is right, fostering bravery and self-confidence.