Alice & Megan Forever (Alice and Megan Book 6)
#6 of 8 in Alice And Megan Series
What’s inside...
Alice and Megan are starting secondary school and navigating new experiences, including new subjects, teachers, and friends. Megan meets Marcus, the class bad-boy, which complicates things. Fortunately, she has Home Ec class with Alice, who is humorously the worst cook in the school, to look forward to. The story humorously explores friendship and growing up, with Alice's disastrous cooking attempts providing comic relief.
Character compass
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Discussion points
How do Alice and Megan handle challenges in their friendship? What could you do similarly or differently in your own friendships?
What role do other characters play in influencing Alice and Megan's decisions? How do the people around you influence your decisions?
How do Alice and Megan support each other during difficult times? Can you think of a time when a friend or family member helped you through a tough situation?
What lessons do you think Alice and Megan learned by the end of the book? What did you learn from their experiences?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the characters' decisions, fostering empathy and emotional intelligence.
Discuss the outcomes of various scenarios in the book, and relate them to real-life situations your child might face, enhancing their problem-solving skills.
Highlight the importance of friendship as depicted in the book, and discuss how your child can apply these values in their own life, strengthening their social skills.
Emphasize the growth of the characters throughout the book, encouraging your child to think about how they have grown or changed over time.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Value of Friendship
Explanation: The book explores the ups and downs of Alice and Megan's relationship, showcasing the importance of trust, support, and forgiveness between friends.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and nurture their friendships, understanding that disagreements are normal but can be overcome with empathy and communication.
Example Lesson: Coping with Change
Explanation: As characters navigate various changes, such as moving or family issues, the story offers insights on handling transitions with resilience.
Real-World Application: This lesson prepares children to face life's inevitable changes with a positive attitude and adaptability, helping them manage their emotions and expectations.
Example Lesson: Importance of Communication
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters experience misunderstandings that are eventually resolved through open and honest communication.
Real-World Application: Emphasizes to children the need for expressing their thoughts and feelings clearly to avoid conflicts and build stronger relationships with peers and family members.
Example Lesson: Personal Growth
Explanation: Alice and Megan's journey includes personal development as they confront their own flaws and learn from their experiences.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to self-reflect and recognize that personal improvement is a continuous process, crucial for their development and maturity.