Bad Hare Day
#41 of 55 in Goosebumps Series
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What’s inside...
Tim Swanson is a young aspiring magician who idolizes Amaz-O, a famous magician. When Tim attends an Amaz-O show, he discovers that his hero is grumpy and unapproachable. Disappointed, Tim impulsively steals Amaz-O's bag of tricks, hoping to learn the secrets of his magic. However, among the stolen tricks is a talking rabbit with an evil mind, which begins to take control of Tim's life. As Tim delves deeper into the world of magic, he must navigate the consequences of his actions and face the dark and scary elements that come with the stolen tricks.
Character compass
Tim Swanson
Foz
El Sidney
Ginny Swanson
Foster "Foz" Martin
Mr. Malik
Sue Mailer
Amaz-O
Discussion points
What do you think the hare learned by the end of the story?
How did the hare's feelings change throughout the book?
What would you have done if you were in the hare's situation?
Why do you think the author chose a hare to be the main character?
How do you think the other characters in the book felt about the hare's actions?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, relating it to their own experiences.
Ask questions that require more than a yes or no answer to foster deeper thinking and communication.
Highlight the moral of the story and relate it to real-life situations your child may encounter.
Use expressive reading to bring the characters and emotions to life during read-aloud sessions.
After discussing the book, encourage your child to draw a scene from the story that they found particularly meaningful or interesting.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: In 'Bad Hare Day,' the protagonist learns the importance of being responsible through taking care of a magical creature.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by being more accountable for their actions and responsibilities, such as completing homework on time or taking care of a pet.
Example Lesson: Consequences of Actions
Explanation: The story illustrates how the protagonist's choices lead to various outcomes, teaching that every action has a consequence.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think before they act and consider the potential outcomes of their decisions, fostering better decision-making skills.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Through interactions with the magical creature, the protagonist learns to understand and share the feelings of another.
Real-World Application: This can help children develop the ability to empathize with their peers, enhancing their social interactions and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: The book presents multiple scenarios where the protagonist must find creative solutions to unexpected problems.
Real-World Application: Children learn to apply critical thinking and creativity to overcome challenges they face in daily life.
Example Lesson: The Value of Honesty
Explanation: As the story unfolds, the protagonist realizes the importance of being truthful and the repercussions of deceit.
Real-World Application: This lesson promotes honesty in children, encouraging them to always be truthful with others.