Skin and Bone
#2 in Tooth and Claw Series
on Goodreads (34)
What’s inside...
There is a vicious drought, and dogs and cats are united in their misery. Meanwhile, Shrikle the fox seeks to take control. The starving dogs and cats are easily led into her web of lies, as she plots the survival of her own kin. This book is the sequel to 'Tooth and Claw'. As a brave band of dogs head off into the wasteland to look for food, back home an evil enemy is left to take control - Shrinkle the fox. The starving animals are easily deceived by her lies.
Discussion points
How do you think Skin felt when he was trying to solve the mystery of the missing cat?
What are some ways Skin showed bravery and intelligence throughout the story?
Why is teamwork important, as seen in the adventure of Skin and Bone?
How did the relationship between Skin and Bone change throughout the book?
What would you have done differently if you were in Skin's position during their adventure?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage empathy by asking your child how they would feel in Skin's shoes during different parts of the story.
Promote critical thinking by discussing Skin’s problem-solving methods and asking your child what alternative solutions they might come up with.
Highlight the importance of friendship and cooperation by discussing Skin and Bone's teamwork.
Ask your child to draw a scene from the book that they found exciting or important, and discuss why they chose that scene.
Relate the themes of the book to your child’s experiences, asking them to share any similar adventure or challenge they've faced with their friends.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Teamwork
Explanation: In 'Skin and Bone', the characters must collaborate to solve problems they face, showcasing the power of working together.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to cooperate and achieve common goals with their peers.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Resourcefulness
Explanation: The book highlights how characters use their unique ideas and resourcefulness to navigate challenges, emphasizing creativity as a valuable skill.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be inventive in their daily tasks and problem-solving, whether it's in their playtime or homework.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of adversity
Explanation: Characters in 'Skin and Bone' face various challenges but their persistence teaches resilience and perseverance.
Real-World Application: Children learn to not give up easily in difficult situations, be it at school or in personal endeavors, fostering a resilient mindset.
Example Lesson: Value of Diversity
Explanation: The diverse characters in the story, each with unique traits and skills, highlight the strength found in diversity.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to appreciate and embrace differences in others, promoting inclusiveness in their interactions at school and community.