SuperJoe does NOT say sorry
What’s inside...
SuperJoe, a superhero in the making, is too busy to apologize as he engages in heroic activities around the house. He fights space aliens, rescues passengers, and faces prehistoric dangers, all while causing a mess. However, his little sister's crying distracts him. The story follows SuperJoe as he learns the importance of saying sorry, continuing the humor and lessons from 'SuperJoe Does NOT Do Cuddles.'
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think SuperJoe believes he doesn't need to say sorry?
What changes in SuperJoe’s behavior do you notice by the end of the story?
How would you feel if someone didn’t apologize to you?
Can you think of a time when saying sorry helped resolve a problem?
What does saying sorry mean to you?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the characters and situations in the book.
Relate the story to real-life scenarios your child might face, discussing the importance of apologies and how they impact relationships.
Ask your child how they think the story might change if SuperJoe acted differently, fostering critical thinking.
Highlight the emotions of various characters throughout the book, encouraging empathy and understanding from your child.
Pause at key moments in the story to ask these questions, ensuring your child comprehends the message and its implications.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of apologizing
Explanation: SuperJoe believes he does not need to say sorry, leading to misunderstandings with friends. Eventually, he learns that saying sorry can mend friendships and misunderstandings.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of acknowledging their mistakes and the positive impact of apologies in resolving conflicts and maintaining relationships.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: As SuperJoe goes on without apologizing, he faces consequences like loneliness and the loss of trust from his peers, demonstrating that actions have repercussions.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to consider the effects of their actions on others and encourages responsibility.
Example Lesson: Empathy and consideration for others
Explanation: Through his journey, SuperJoe learns to understand the feelings of others when he refuses to apologize, helping him see the importance of considering others' emotions.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to be empathetic and considerate, fostering healthier and more supportive interactions with others.
Example Lesson: Learning from mistakes
Explanation: SuperJoe’s change of heart demonstrates that it's normal to make mistakes and that true strength lies in learning and growing from them.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children to embrace mistakes as opportunities for growth, reducing fear of failure.