The Adventures of Jayce the Great: Climbing the Walls
What’s inside...
Jayce didn't usually like going to bed and he surely didn't like to clean. Follow along on this rhyming story where Jayce climbs the walls to avoid thing and even sneak tasty snacks. Will he ever get caught?
Discussion points
What do you think Jayce felt when he started climbing the walls? Have you ever felt the same?
If you could have an adventure like Jayce, what would it be and why?
Jayce made some friends along the way. How do you make friends and what do you like to do with them?
What's the biggest challenge you think Jayce faced? How would you handle a similar situation?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, relating it to their personal experiences.
Ask them to describe their favorite part and why it stood out. This helps develop critical thinking and articulation skills.
Discuss the various challenges faced by Jayce, prompting your child to think about problem-solving strategies they might use.
Highlight Jayce’s emotions throughout the book to discuss empathy and understanding with your child.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Jayce faces numerous challenges while climbing the walls but continues to try until he succeeds.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of persistence in overcoming obstacles, whether in their academic pursuits or personal goals.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout his adventure, Jayce encounters puzzles that require creative thinking and strategy to advance.
Real-World Application: This story encourages children to think critically and apply logical reasoning to solve problems they encounter in school or at play.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Jayce often teams up with friends to navigate the more difficult sections of the walls, illustrating how collaboration can lead to success.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of cooperating with others and how working together can facilitate achieving a common goal.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Jayce shows bravery in facing his fears of heights and the unknown as he climbs higher.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to face their own fears and understand that courage is not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: While climbing, Jayce learns about the importance of preserving his environment and the beauty of the natural world around him.
Real-World Application: This lesson promotes environmental consciousness and teaches children the importance of caring for our planet.