There's an Alien in the Attic
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What’s inside...
An out-of-this-world imaginative rhyming story about a boy who hears strange noises in the attic, sparking his curiosity about whether it could really be an alien making the sounds.
Age
0-12
Length
29 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
If you found an alien in our attic, what would you do first and why?
How do you think the alien feels being so far away from home?
What are some ways you could make the alien feel welcomed if it stayed with us?
What similarities and differences do you think exist between us and the alien?
If you could ask the alien any question, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the story, enhancing empathy and creativity.
Ask your child to draw their version of the alien, promoting artistic expression and deeper connection to the story.
Discuss the concepts of kindness and understanding toward someone different, using examples from the book.
Relate the alien’s feelings to a time your child felt out of place and how they overcame it.
Create a playful environment while discussing the book, perhaps using funny alien voices to keep them engaged.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing Diversity
Explanation: The story portrays the alien as different yet friendly, teaching children to appreciate differences in others.
Real-World Application: Children learn to accept and embrace peers who might look, speak, or behave differently from them.
Example Lesson: Importance of Communication
Explanation: Characters in the book overcome initial fear by talking to the alien, showing the value of open communication.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to express their feelings and resolve misunderstandings through dialogue.
Example Lesson: Courage and Curiosity
Explanation: The protagonist's decision to investigate the strange noise in the attic represents bravery and a curious mind.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to explore new things and ask questions, nurturing their sense of adventure and knowledge acquisition.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The children and the alien work together to find the alien’s way home, demonstrating teamwork and problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Teaches kids the importance of collaborating to solve problems, enhancing social and cognitive skills.