Camp Murderface
#1 of 2 in Camp Murderface Series
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What’s inside...
Summer camp turns sinister in Camp Murderface, a spooky middle grade read perfect for fans of scare masters like R.L. Stine and Christopher Pike. The year is 1983 and the place is Ohio, where Camp Sweetwater is finally reopening after being mysteriously shut down for three decades. Campers Corryn Quinn and Tez Jones, eager to escape their regular lives, are ready to take on the summer at Sweetwater. However, strange happenings begin to occur soon after their arrival. As they face supernatural events, Corryn and Tez must figure out if they can survive the summer, or if Camp Sweetwater will close down permanently, trapping them inside.
Character compass
Corryn Quinn
Tez Jones
Discussion points
What do you think Corryn and Tez would do if they were not at summer camp? How do their actions at camp show their personalities?
How does the setting of the camp affect the story? Can you imagine this story taking place somewhere else?
Corryn and Tez face quite a few challenges at Camp Sweetwater. What is one challenge you think was the hardest for them, and why?
How do the characters change from the beginning of the book to the end? What do you think caused these changes?
If you were a character in 'Camp Murderface,' how would you handle the spooky happenings at Camp Sweetwater?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the choices the characters make and ask what they might do differently if faced with the same situations.
Discuss the relationship between the setting and the mood of the story. Ask how different settings might change the feel of the story.
Highlight the growth of the characters. Discuss with your child how they have seen themselves or their friends change in new environments or situations.
Explore themes of bravery and friendship with your child. Discuss instances where they had to be brave or rely on friends in their own lives.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Overcoming fears
Explanation: In 'Camp Murderface', the characters confront sinister events at their summer camp, learning to face and conquer their fears.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by tackling their own fears, whether it be fear of the dark, trying new activities, or making new friends, thereby growing in confidence and resilience.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: The protagonists in the book must work together to solve the mysteries and survive the terrors of the camp.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to value teamwork in group projects or sports, understanding that cooperation can lead to achieving common goals and solving problems.
Example Lesson: Friendship and trust
Explanation: Throughout the story, the characters develop strong bonds and learn to trust each other in challenging circumstances.
Real-World Application: This can help children appreciate the importance of building trust and supporting friends in real life, fostering deeper and more meaningful relationships.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: The book presents characters who encounter various problems that they need to think through and solve creatively.
Real-World Application: Children learn to approach problems in school or in their social lives with creativity and critical thinking, better preparing them for complex challenges as they grow.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: As the characters in the book make decisions, they also face the consequences of their actions, which reflect on their further choices and experiences.
Real-World Application: Teaches children that their actions have consequences, encouraging them to think before they act and make more considered decisions.