The 117-Storey Treehouse
#9 of 14 in Treehouse Series
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What’s inside...
In 'The 117-Storey Treehouse', Andy and Terry have added 13 new levels to their ever-growing treehouse, including an escape room, a Miniature-Golfatron 3000, an air traffic control tower, and even a photo-bombing booth. They'll need to solve puzzles, play mini-golf, and dodge giant spiders to make it through this latest adventure. The treehouse also features a tiny-horse level, a pyjama-party room, an Underpants Museum, a waiting room, a Door of Doom, a circus, a giant-fighting-robot arena, a traffic school, a water-ski park filled with flesh-eating piranhas, and a treehouse visitor centre with a 24-hour information desk, a penguin-powered flying treehouse tour bus and a gift shop. Don’t miss the chance to explore this incredible treehouse and join Andy and Terry on their exciting adventure. The book has also received accolades including the ABIA Book of the Year for Younger Children 2020, the YABBA Award for Fiction for Older Readers 2020, and the KOALA Award for Fiction for Older Readers 2020.
Character compass
Andy
Jill
Terry
Discussion points
What would you do if you had your own storey in the treehouse? What would it look like?
Which of Andy and Terry's adventures in the book did you find most exciting or funny? Why?
How do the additions to the treehouse in this book differ from the ones in the previous books?
If you could invent something to add to the treehouse, what would it be and why?
How do Andy and Terry solve their problems in the story? What can we learn from their teamwork?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe their favorite part of the treehouse, fostering creativity and detailed expression.
Discuss the various characters and their quirky traits, aiding in developing character analysis skills.
Explore the theme of friendship by talking about how Andy, Terry, and Jill work together, helping your child understand the value of collaboration and support.
Prompt your child to imagine alternate scenarios or endings to enhance their problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Use the humor in the book as a way to bond over laughter, making reading a fun and shared family experience.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: The book showcases the wild and whimsical designs of a 117-storey treehouse, encouraging readers to think beyond conventional ideas.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by engaging in creative activities such as drawing, building, or storytelling, expanding their imaginative capabilities.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: The characters frequently encounter bizarre and humorous problems, which they must solve using their wits and resources.
Real-World Application: This can teach children the importance of brainstorming and teamwork to overcome obstacles in school projects or daily challenges.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Despite the setbacks faced by the characters, they continue to approach each situation with a positive attitude.
Real-World Application: Children learn to persist through difficulties whether in learning new skills or managing personal conflicts.
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: The book emphasizes the strong bond between Andy and Terry, showcasing how they support each other through various adventures.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the value of supporting their friends and working together to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Humor as a coping mechanism
Explanation: The story uses humor to deal with challenges, reminding readers not to take problems too seriously and to find fun in difficult situations.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to approach life's challenges with a sense of humor, easing stress and fostering a positive outlook.