Supercat vs The Chip Thief (Supercat, Book 1)
#1 of 3 in Supercat Series
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What’s inside...
The first hilarious book in a super new series by bestselling author and queen of comedy, Jeanne Willis. Meet Tiger, an ordinary, tubby tabby cat with a secret. By licking a toxic sock, he transforms into Supercat! With his astonishing powers and his best friend James, Supercat must save the world and all the chips from the evil Count Backwards. When the chips are down, there's only one cat to call!
Discussion points
What do you think makes Supercat so brave? Can you think of a time when you were brave like Supercat?
How did Supercat feel when the chips were stolen? How would you feel if your favorite snack was taken?
What would you do if you had Supercat’s powers for a day?
Why is it important for Supercat to stop the chip thief? What do you think makes a good hero?
If you could create another adventure for Supercat, what would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in Supercat's world, prompting them to think about how they would react in similar situations. Use questions that relate their personal experiences to the story’s themes, such as bravery and justice. Highlight the humor and fun within the story to keep the discussion light and engaging. Finally, asking them to come up with their own Supercat adventure can spark creativity and deeper connection to the reading.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: In 'Supercat vs The Chip Thief', Supercat collaborates with his fellow animal friends to solve the mystery of the missing chips. This teamwork is crucial to their success.
Real-World Application: Children learn that working together with others can help solve problems more efficiently and builds strong relationships.
Example Lesson: Courage and bravery
Explanation: Supercat shows bravery in facing challenges throughout the book. Despite fears, he chooses to act heroically to help others.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face their own fears and demonstrates that being brave can lead to positive outcomes.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The protagonist, Supercat, takes responsibility for finding the chip thief, showcasing a sense of duty and accountability.
Real-World Application: Children learn about the importance of taking responsibility for their actions and the role they can play in making things right.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the story, Supercat engages in critical thinking and problem-solving to find clues and figure out the mystery.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to use logical thinking and problem-solving skills in their everyday life and academic challenges.