Babymouse #7: Skater Girl
#7 of 20 in Babymouse Series
What’s inside...
Meet Babymouse--the spunky mouse beloved by young readers for more than a decade! When Babymouse shows everyone her talent on the ice, she gets discovered by the famous Coach Bearnakorva. Will her dreams of getting a medal finally come true? This groundbreaking young graphic novel series, full of humor and fun, is a bestseller that's sold more than three million copies! 'Move over, Superman, here comes Babymouse!' - The Chicago Sun-Times. THE G.O.A.T. Best Gymnast. Best speller. Best kazoo player. It seems everyone has a talent except Babymouse. That is, until Babymouse takes to the ice and surprises everyone with her spectacular spins and jubilant jumps. Then the famous Olympic coach, Coach Bearnakorva, discovers her and asks Babymouse to be her new protege. Will Babymouse's dreams of a medal come true? Or is she treading on thin ice? Find out in Skater Girl - the 7th hilarious, action-packed installment of the beloved Babymouse graphic novel series! DON'T MISS The BIG Adventures of Babymouse: Once Upon a Messy Whisker, the newest, brightest, and BIGGER THAN EVER graphic novel from BABYMOUSE!
Character compass
Babymouse
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Felicia Furrypaws
Discussion points
What challenges did Babymouse face in the story, and how did she overcome them?
How did Babymouse's friends support her during the skate competition?
What did you learn about perseverance and resilience from Babymouse?
How did Babymouse's feelings change throughout the book, and why do you think they changed?
If you were in Babymouse's shoes, how would you handle the pressure of the competition?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts about Babymouse's journey and relate it to their own experiences.
Discuss the importance of support from friends and family in achieving goals, drawing parallels to the child's life.
Highlight the themes of perseverance and resilience, asking your child how they can apply these in their own challenges.
Ask your child to imagine alternative endings for the story to foster creative thinking and empathy for the characters.
Reinforce the positive aspects of striving for personal bests, not just winning, to build a healthy perspective on competition.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Babymouse encounters several challenges as she learns to skate but she keeps trying despite the setbacks.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of not giving up when facing difficulties in tasks or learning new skills.
Example Lesson: Self-confidence
Explanation: As Babymouse improves in skating, she gains more confidence in her abilities, influencing her performance.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to believe in their capabilities and see how self-assurance can lead to success.
Example Lesson: Goal-setting
Explanation: Babymouse sets a clear goal to become a champion in ice skating, which guides her actions and determination.
Real-World Application: Children can be inspired to set their own goals and understand how having objectives can provide direction and motivation.
Example Lesson: Dealing with jealousy
Explanation: Babymouse has to deal with her feelings of jealousy towards a peer who is also a good skater.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand that jealousy is a natural emotion and teaches ways to cope with it constructively.
Example Lesson: Value of practice
Explanation: The story shows that Babymouse's success is not immediate; it comes through continuous practice and effort.
Real-World Application: It highlights the importance of consistent effort and practice in mastering any skill, encouraging children to stay diligent.