World of Reading, Level 2: Disney Zombies 2 (World of Reading: Level 2)
#2 in World of Reading Series
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What’s inside...
A sequel to the hit novel, this book tells the story of Seabrook High students Addison and Zed, whose budding romance is threatened by the arrival of werewolves. Zed, a zombie, and Addison, a cheerleader, navigate the challenges of their unexpected relationship as they face the new supernatural challenge posed by the werewolves. Zed and Addison may seem like an unlikely couple. After all, she's a cheerleader and he's a zombie. But when zombies are invited to attend Seabrook High, their worlds collide, and they have an immediate connection. This World of Reading Level 2 bindup follows their story from the beginning. Relive the best moments of the films like when Addison won a spot on Seabrook High's award-winning cheer squad, when Zed became the first zombie to take the field with the Seabrook football team, or that time a pack of werewolves arrived in town in search of their treasured moonstone. World of Reading Level 2 readers offer young fans an appropriate level of reading difficulty and include a list of vocabulary words included in each story.
Discussion points
What do you think motivates the characters to act the way they do?
How do the characters handle challenges and conflicts, and what can we learn from them?
If you could be friends with any character in the book, who would it be and why?
How do you think the story would change if it was set in our hometown?
What are some differences and similarities between the humans and zombies in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring characters to life, altering your voice for different characters to make the reading experience more engaging.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next in the story, encouraging them to think critically about the storyline and character motivations.
After reading, connect themes from the book to real-life situations your child might encounter to help them apply the lessons.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book. This activity can help deepen their understanding and connection to the story.
Discuss personal values and how they relate to the characters’ actions, helping your child develop empathy and moral reasoning.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Acceptance of Differences
Explanation: This book showcases characters from various backgrounds and abilities coming together, which teaches children the beauty of diversity.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to embrace and appreciate their peers' differences at school and in their communities, promoting inclusivity.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: The characters in the story work together to overcome obstacles, demonstrating the power of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to participate in group activities and cooperate with others to achieve common goals, whether in sports, school projects, or family tasks.
Example Lesson: Resilience in Facing Challenges
Explanation: The protagonists face challenges but find ways to persevere, highlighting resilience.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by not giving up when faced with difficulties in their studies, friendships, or personal goals.
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: The story emphasizes strong bonds between friends who support each other through thick and thin.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to value and nurture their friendships, understanding the role of support and trust in their relationships.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Innovation
Explanation: Characters use innovative ideas to solve problems, showcasing creativity.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to think out of the box and find creative solutions in their playtime or academic challenges.