Weird Planet #5: Lights, Camera...Liftoff!
#5 of 7 in Weird Planet Series
What’s inside...
KLATU, LEK, AND PLOO just missed their ride home to planet Loogl. The army men from Area 51 scared their spaceship away. So where can they find a place to land a spaceship without causing havoc? Hollywood, of course, on the stage set of a film crew! But when they get there, the three kids are roped into being extras on a new sci-fi TV show. Have Lek, Klatu, and Ploo finally hit the big time? Break out the shades - they've gone from seeing stars . . . to being stars! From the Trade Paperback edition.
Discussion points
What do you think it would be like to meet someone from another planet?
How do Klatu, Lek, and Ploo handle challenges they face in the story?
If you could create your own alien character, what special abilities would they have?
Why do you think teamwork is important, as shown in the book?
What is one thing you learned from the adventure that Klatu, Lek, and Ploo went on?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the story and ask how they would react in similar situations.
Discuss the value of friendship and cooperation, highlighting how the characters work together to solve problems.
After reading, engage in a creative activity like drawing their version of an alien or designing a new planet.
Link the story's events to real-life experiences to help your child connect with the book’s themes.
Praise your child’s responses and insights during discussions to boost their confidence and interest in reading.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: Throughout 'Weird Planet #5: Lights, Camera...Liftoff!', the characters must work together to solve problems and achieve their goals, showcasing the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson in group activities at school or in sports, learning to cooperate and value each other’s contributions.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Innovation
Explanation: The book highlights creative problem-solving as the characters invent unique solutions to challenges they face during their adventure.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think outside the box in their daily challenges, whether it’s in their approach to homework or in playing games.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Characters in the story are tasked with specific roles and responsibilities in their journey, teaching the importance of reliability and accountability.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to take their responsibilities seriously, be it in completing their homework on time or in fulfilling household chores.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: The characters face various obstacles but persist in their mission, highlighting the value of perseverance in overcoming difficulties.
Real-World Application: This lesson can embolden children to persist in their efforts, from learning a new skill to dealing with personal setbacks.
Example Lesson: Cultural Awareness
Explanation: The story introduces elements from different planets, serving as a metaphor for introducing children to diverse cultures and environments.
Real-World Application: This can help children appreciate diversity and foster openness towards different cultural practices and viewpoints in their community.