Sticky Ends
What’s inside...
This collection features two sets of stories that offer a vast array of unique and unpredictable tales. The first part of the collection includes stories from prize-winning authors such as Chekhov and Julian Barnes, featuring hermits, sacred bogs, werewolves, divine ferrets, and other unexpected elements. The second part is a compilation of cautionary verses by the award-winning duo, Jeanne Willis and Tony Ross, which are disturbingly illustrated throughout. Both sections promise to entertain with their unexpected and chaotic narratives.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-9
Length
80 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How did the characters in the book handle tough situations and what can we learn from them?
Why do you think the author chose the title 'Sticky Ends'? How does it relate to the story?
Which character did you feel most connected to and why?
What are some of the important lessons this book teaches us about friendship and resilience?
How would you have handled the challenges faced by the characters differently?
Tip: Role play these questions
Utilize the book’s themes to discuss real-life situations and their possible solutions, encouraging critical thinking.
Share personal experiences that relate to the sticky situations in the book to create a bond over shared challenges.
Ask your child to draw or write about their favorite part of the book, promoting creativity while reinforcing comprehension.
Encourage your child to think about how they would rewrite a challenging part of the book, fostering problem-solving skills and imagination.
Discuss the emotions of the characters during pivotal moments in the book to cultivate empathy and emotional intelligence in your child.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of honesty
Explanation: Throughout 'Sticky Ends', characters face consequences when they choose to be dishonest, teaching children the value of truth.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by being truthful in their daily interactions, understanding that honesty builds trust and strong relationships.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: The stories in 'Sticky Ends' show how actions lead to outcomes, highlighting the importance of thinking before acting.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to consider the potential effects of their actions on themselves and others, promoting responsible decision-making.
Example Lesson: Empathy and kindness
Explanation: Characters in the book often face challenges that require understanding and compassion from others, illustrating the impact of empathy.
Real-World Application: Children learn to recognize emotions in others and respond with kindness, fostering positive interactions and friendships in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Resilience in adversity
Explanation: Many characters in 'Sticky Ends' encounter difficult situations but learn to overcome them, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand that facing challenges is a part of life and that they can grow stronger by overcoming them.