The Girls' Secret Handbook
What’s inside...
The Girls' Secret Handbook unlocks the secret to being cool, confident and in control. Brimming with tips and tricks on how to have fun with BFFs (or even make new ones), the secret to natural beauty and even how to be a 'good loser', plus amazing activities including how to organize the best sleepover ever, create your own 'Friendspeak' or bake tasty friendship cookies, this is the perfect gift for any girl who is fun, friendly and fabulous.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-12
Length
192 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What is one secret or tip from the book you found interesting or useful? Why?
How do the characters in the book handle challenges or solve problems? Can you think of a time when you did something similar?
What do you think makes a good friend? Did any of the friendships in the book remind you of your own friendships?
What would you do if you were in the same situation as the girls in the book?
How do you think the 'secrets' in the book can help you in your daily life or in making decisions?
Tip: Role play these questions
Prompt your child to compare their experiences with those depicted in the book, fostering a deeper connection with the text.
Encourage your child to express which parts of the book they could relate to and why, enhancing their understanding and empathy.
Discuss the characters’ actions and decisions to help your child analyze behavior and develop problem-solving skills.
Use examples from the book to discuss the value of friendship and trust, translating fictional situations into real-life lessons.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The book showcases situations where characters understand and share the feelings of others, fostering an environment of support and kindness.
Real-World Application: Children can use empathy to build stronger friendships and improve their ability to cooperate with others in school and at home.
Example Lesson: Self-confidence
Explanation: Through narratives and tips, the book encourages girls to believe in their own abilities and to be proud of their achievements.
Real-World Application: Boosting self-confidence helps children tackle new challenges with a positive mindset and less fear of failure.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The characters in the book often face challenges that require creative and critical thinking to resolve.
Real-World Application: Children learn to apply problem-solving skills in their daily interactions and tasks, enhancing their decision-making process and independence.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Characters are portrayed managing tasks and facing the consequences of their actions, which highlights the importance of being responsible.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the impact of their actions and encourages them to take responsibility in their studies and household duties.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: The book presents characters who overcome obstacles and recover from setbacks, showing the value of resilience.
Real-World Application: Children learn to persist through difficulties in their own lives, from academic struggles to social conflicts.