The 156-Storey Treehouse: Festive Frolics and Sneaky Snowmen
#12 of 14 in Treehouse Series
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What’s inside...
Andy and Terry are celebrating Christmas in their 156-storey treehouse which now has 13 new storeys, including an aquarium wonderland, a wishing well, a world record breaking level, a TV quiz show hosted by Quizzy the quizzical quizbot, a lost property office, a lost sausage office, a super-stinky stuff level and the amazing mind-reading sandwich-making machine, which makes the perfect amazing sandwich for you - every single time! Come on up and join the festive fun at the treehouse!
Character compass
Andy
Jill
Terry
Mr Big Nose
Discussion points
What would you do if you had a treehouse like the one in the story? Which part would be your favorite?
How do the characters in the treehouse solve their problems? Can you think of a time when you solved a problem in a similar way?
Why do you think the sneaky snowmen were causing trouble? What would you do if you met a sneaky snowman?
If you could add one more storey to the treehouse, what would it be and why?
How do the festive activities in the book compare to our holiday traditions? What is something new you would like to try?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use vivid imagination when discussing the fantastical elements of the treehouse to spark your child’s creative thinking.
Relate the problem-solving scenarios in the book to real-life situations your child might encounter to help them apply the lessons learned.
Encourage your child to express what they would do differently if faced with the sneaky snowmen, fostering decision-making skills.
Discuss the importance of teamwork as demonstrated by the characters, highlighting how working together can help solve problems.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: The book showcases inventive scenarios within an ever-expanding treehouse, encouraging readers to explore their own creativity.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by engaging in creative activities such as drawing, building, or storytelling, fostering their imaginative growth.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Characters in the story often face challenges that require clever and creative solutions, emphasizing the value of critical thinking.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to approach their own challenges with a problem-solving mindset, whether it's resolving conflicts with friends or tackling difficult school assignments.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters work together to overcome obstacles, showcasing the importance of collaboration.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of cooperating with others, which can be applied in group projects at school or in team sports.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The characters in the story are tasked with the care and maintenance of the treehouse, teaching the importance of responsibility.
Real-World Application: This can be translated into a child’s life by encouraging them to take care of their belongings and contribute to household chores.