Bratz: All Night Mall Party
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What’s inside...
On their way to the Homecoming dance, Jade, Cloe, Yasmin, and Sasha make a quick trip to the mall that turns into an all-night party when they are accidentally locked in at closing time. Locked in The Bratz's trip to the mall turns into a nightmare when they accidentally get locked in at closing time. The mall's a very quiet place at night-too quiet. But then they realize they can crank up the music, grab some eats and try on whatever they want...party time. Maybe an overnight at the mall isn't such a bad thing.
Age
8-12
Length
112 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think each character learned from their mall adventure?
How did the characters work together to solve problems during their all night mall party?
If you could create your own mall party, what activities would you include and why?
What do you think is the most important thing about having good friends, as shown in the book?
How do the diverse characters show us the value of accepting different personalities and cultures?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the teamwork and friendship themes in the book. Ask them to relate their own experiences with friends and discuss how they can apply the positive aspects from the story to their own lives. Highlight the importance of diversity and inclusion by discussing how each character’s unique traits contributed to the fun and success of their mall party. Lastly, use creative prompts, such as designing their own event or mall party, to make the reading experience interactive and personally meaningful.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: Throughout 'Bratz: All Night Mall Party', the characters work together to organize and enjoy the mall event. They plan activities and solve problems as a group, showcasing effective teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in their community, learning to collaborate and value everyone's contributions.
Example Lesson: Creative Problem Solving
Explanation: The Bratz characters face several challenges during their mall party but come up with creative solutions to keep the event fun and engaging for everyone.
Real-World Application: Children can use creative thinking to solve everyday problems, whether it's resolving a dispute with a sibling or coming up with ways to organize their room.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The characters take on responsibilities for the event's success, demonstrating accountability for their roles.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the importance of being responsible for their tasks, such as completing homework or chores, to foster a sense of reliability and trustworthiness.
Example Lesson: Time Management
Explanation: As the Bratz plan the all night event, they must manage their time effectively to ensure all activities are prepared and enjoyed.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to manage their time when juggling multiple activities, such as balancing school work and playtime.