Strange Planet Activity Book
Weird Planet Series
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What’s inside...
An activity book based on Strange Planet, Nathan W. Pyle’s #1 New York Times bestseller! Our favorite literal-speaking Beings return in this fun and hilarious activity book for kids 8-12 and fans of all ages. The book is filled with puzzles, games, and activities, featuring iconic big eyed, blue Beings, a bright pastel palette, and delightfully odd, deadpan humor. There are over one hundred pages to joyfully doodle in and complete, with activities ranging from crossword puzzles, mazes, word searches, matching games, spot the difference, and more. This activity book incorporates absurd “Strange Planet” lingo like “foot fabric tubes” (socks) and “vibrating creature” (purring cat) throughout and taps into what we love most about Strange Planet: the humor. This book will give young fans of the Strange Planet series yet another opportunity to visit their favorite blue Beings.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
128 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the creatures on Strange Planet might do in their daily lives that's similar to us?
If you could create a new activity for the creatures, what would it be and why?
What's your favorite part of the Strange Planet and what makes it interesting to you?
How do you think the creatures feel about the activities they do? Can you describe their emotions?
If you were to visit Strange Planet, what is the first thing you would want to do there?
Tip: Role play these questions
Let your child lead the discussion, and show genuine interest in their responses to encourage more open conversation.
Use the illustrations in the book as visual aids to help your child think more deeply about the questions and their answers.
Relate the activities and scenarios in the book to real-life situations to help your child make connections and enhance understanding.
Encourage your child to think creatively by asking them to come up with their own fun activities for the Strange Planet creatures.
Validate your child's feelings and thoughts as they discuss the book's themes, fostering a supportive environment for expression.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: The 'Strange Planet Activity Book' challenges children with various puzzles and activities that require critical thinking and creative solutions.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these problem-solving techniques in school assignments, resolving conflicts with peers, or while engaging in other everyday tasks.
Example Lesson: Creativity and imagination
Explanation: Through imaginative scenarios and characters, the book encourages children to explore out-of-the-box ideas and unique perspectives.
Real-World Application: This fosters creativity which can enhance storytelling, art projects, and innovative thinking in daily activities.
Example Lesson: Language skills
Explanation: Activities in the book involve reading instructions, deciphering clues, and constructing answers, thereby enhancing vocabulary and comprehension.
Real-World Application: Improved language skills can aid in better communication with others and in understanding schoolwork more effectively.
Example Lesson: Following instructions
Explanation: The book contains activities that require children to carefully read and follow detailed instructions to complete the tasks successfully.
Real-World Application: This skill is crucial in academic settings, assembling toys or games, and when engaging in sports or learning new skills.
Example Lesson: Attention to detail
Explanation: Many of the activities require close attention to subtle differences in patterns or sequences, fostering a keen eye for detail.
Real-World Application: This can translate into better observational skills, helping in studies, particularly in subjects like math and science, and in everyday observations.