Where's the Monster Poo?
#2 of 63 in The Mischief Monster Series
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What’s inside...
A humorous and adventurous tale following a group of curious animals as they embark on a quest to find the elusive monster poo. Along the journey, they learn about teamwork, bravery, and the importance of friendship.
Discussion points
What do you think the monster feels when he can't find his poo?
Why is it important for the monster to find his poo?
How do the other characters in the book help the monster?
Can you think of a time when you lost something important? How did you feel?
What would you do if you were in the monster's place?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voice tones to mimic the characters' emotions, making the story more relatable.
Pause after reading key moments to ask your child how they think the character is feeling, encouraging empathy.
Relate the monster’s quest to real-life scenarios your child might encounter to help them connect with the story.
Applaud your child's responses to encourage further discussion and deeper thinking about the story’s themes.
Ask your child to guess what might happen next at various points to keep them engaged and thinking creatively.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding emotions
Explanation: The story navigates through a range of emotions as characters react to the mysterious 'monster poo,' teaching children about different feelings and how to express them.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to identify and communicate their own emotions more clearly, helping in emotional development and interpersonal interactions.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Characters in the book come together to solve the mystery of the 'monster poo,' showcasing teamwork and critical thinking.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to approach problems with curiosity and collaborate with others to find solutions.
Example Lesson: Importance of cleanliness
Explanation: The book highlights the need to clean up messes, linking it humorously to the monster’s poo.
Real-World Application: It teaches children the value of maintaining cleanliness in their surroundings, promoting good hygiene habits.
Example Lesson: Overcoming fears
Explanation: The initially frightening concept of a monster turns into a humorous and manageable situation, teaching children to face their fears.
Real-World Application: Kids learn that many fears can be addressed with a better understanding and often, they are less scary than they seem.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: As characters deal with the poo scenario, they demonstrate taking responsibility for their environment.
Real-World Application: It instills a sense of responsibility in children to look after their own spaces and contribute to communal areas.