Stick Dog Wants a Hot Dog
#2 of 12 in Stick Dog Series
What’s inside...
In Stick Dog Wants a Hot Dog, Tom Watson presents a humorous sequel where Stick Dog and his friends, Poo-Poo, Mutt, Stripes, and Karen, return hungrier than ever on a quest for hot dogs. They face numerous challenges, including a competing band of ravenous raccoons, as they strategize to outwit a hot dog vendor and overcome various obstacles like distracting the vendor and rescuing Karen from a human's house. This delightful tale is perfect for fans of the Dog Man, Big Nate, Timmy Failure, and Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.
Discussion points
What do you think motivated Stick Dog and his friends to find the hot dogs?
How did Stick Dog and his pals work together to solve problems?
How do you think the story would change if Stick Dog decided to give up?
What are some qualities you admire in Stick Dog?
If you were in this story, what would you have done differently?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use pauses after each question to give your child time to think and express their thoughts.
Connect the story to your child's experiences by asking if they have ever worked together with friends to achieve a goal.
Highlight the importance of perseverance and teamwork as demonstrated by Stick Dog and his friends.
Ask your child to imagine alternative endings or different scenarios to develop creative thinking.
Encourage your child to relate the qualities of Stick Dog to people they know or to themselves.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: In 'Stick Dog Wants a Hot Dog', Stick Dog and his friends work together to find hot dogs. Their cooperative efforts and strategies highlight the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to collaborate with siblings, friends, and classmates on projects or in games, understanding that working together can lead to successful outcomes.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, Stick Dog and his gang encounter various challenges in their quest for hot dogs. Their creative thinking and problem-solving skills are emphasized as they navigate through these obstacles.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply problem-solving skills in their own lives, finding innovative solutions to obstacles they face, whether in schoolwork or in their social interactions.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Despite numerous setbacks, Stick Dog and his friends persist in their goal without giving up. This illustrates the value of perseverance and determination.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of persisting in pursuit of their goals, despite difficulties or delays, fostering resilience.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Sharing
Explanation: As Stick Dog considers the feelings of his friends and shares with them, children see the significance of empathy and sharing.
Real-World Application: Children can practice empathy by recognizing and respecting others' feelings and sharing their own belongings or time generously.