Darth Paper Strikes Back
#2 of 6 in The Origami Yoda series
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What’s inside...
In 'Darth Paper Strikes Back', the sequel to 'The Strange Case of Origami Yoda', Harvey gets Dwight suspended from school by labeling him a troublemaker after several Origami Yoda-related incidents. Origami Yoda implores Tommy and Kellen to create a new case file to demonstrate Dwight's positive impact at Ralph McQuarrie Middle School. With assistance from their friends, they document various cases, including 'Origami Yoda and the Pre-emptive Punch', 'Origami Yoda and the Exploding Pizza Bagels', and 'Origami Yoda and the Jedi-in-Training' to help reinstate Dwight.
Character compass
Tommy
Kellen
Sara
Dwight
Harvey
Principal Rabbski
Harvey Cunningham
Dwight Tharp
Tommy Lomax
Kellen Campbell
Jen
Mrs. Calhoun
Mr. Howell
Lougene Rabbski
Cassie Dillon
Caroline Broom
Amy Umans
Quivondo Fong
Mike Coley
Lance Alexander
Rondella Karskio
Sarah Bolt
Mrs. Porterfield
Mr. Snyder
Ben Mantrue
Remy Minnick
Jacob Cornelius
James Swervo Jr.
Mrs. Tharp
Merkey Kaleel
Discussion points
How do you think Dwight felt when others didn't understand his Origami Yoda?
What are some ways that Tommy and the other students could help Dwight?
How does the character of Darth Paper challenge the other characters? What does that teach us about dealing with difficulties?
Can you think of a time when you felt misunderstood like Dwight? How did you handle it?
Tip: Role play these questions
Ask your child to express what they felt about each character’s actions and decisions. This helps them to connect personally with the story.
Encourage your child to think about how they would react in similar situations as the characters, which promotes empathy and moral reasoning.
Discuss the outcomes of conflicts in the story and explore alternative resolutions together. This can help enhance your child’s problem-solving skills.
Highlight the importance of friendship, understanding, and resilience shown throughout the book to help your child appreciate these values.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of adversity
Explanation: The main characters face challenges and setbacks as they try to save their beloved origami Yoda from being condemned.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of perseverance and resilience when dealing with difficulties in their own lives, such as navigating school challenges or interpersonal conflicts.
Example Lesson: Creativity as a problem-solving tool
Explanation: The characters use their creativity to craft origami figures and strategize solutions to their problems, demonstrating the power of creative thinking.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to use their imagination and creativity to overcome obstacles, enhancing their ability to think outside the box in real-life situations.
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship and teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, teamwork and collaboration are essential as the characters join forces to reach their common goal.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of working together and supporting one another, skills that are crucial in collaborative projects at school and in their community.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding different perspectives
Explanation: Characters often face dilemmas that require understanding from others’ points of view, promoting empathy.
Real-World Application: Helps children develop skills to empathize with others and understand diverse perspectives, which is important for their social and emotional development.