#57 in The Baby-Sitters Club Series
Dawn Saves the Planet
What’s inside...
This book tells the story of Dawn, a young eco-activist and member of the babysitters club, who starts a campaign to save the world. The book focuses on her environmental efforts as she explores various ways to protect the planet, from recycling in her community to saving whales in the ocean. The hit series is back, to charm and inspire another generation of baby-sitters!
Discussion points
How do you think Dawn’s actions help the planet? What can we do in our daily life to support the environment?
What are some of the challenges Dawn faces when trying to make environmental changes? Have you ever faced a similar challenge?
Why is teamwork important in achieving goals like saving the planet? Can you think of a time when you worked with others to solve a problem?
How do the other characters in the book react to Dawn's ideas about the environment? What would you do if your friends had different opinions?
What did you learn from this book that you didn’t know before about taking care of our planet?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate Dawn's activities to real-life situations by asking them about ways your family can be more environmentally conscious.
Discuss the importance of persistence and courage in advocating for change, highlighting how Dawn handles obstacles.
Highlight the role of community and cooperation by discussing the different characters’ reactions and contributions to environmental efforts in the story.
Use examples from the book to teach your child about the impact of small actions on the environment, and brainstorm together ways you can make a difference locally.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Environmental responsibility
Explanation: Dawn becomes actively involved in environmental issues and seeks to make a positive impact on her community.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of caring for the environment and be encouraged to participate in recycling, conserving water, or helping in community clean-up days.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: Throughout the book, Dawn works with her friends and classmates on various projects aimed at protecting the environment.
Real-World Application: This lesson can teach children the value of working together towards a common goal, enhancing their cooperative skills in school projects or family activities.
Example Lesson: Critical thinking and problem-solving
Explanation: Dawn faces challenges in her environmental campaigns but finds innovative solutions to overcome them.
Real-World Application: Children can apply critical thinking to solve everyday problems and make thoughtful decisions, whether in academic tasks or personal situations.
Example Lesson: Advocacy and using one’s voice for positive change
Explanation: Dawn uses her voice to spread awareness about environmental issues and influence others positively.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to speak up for what they believe in and understand that their voice can make a difference in their communities.
Example Lesson: Persistence and resilience
Explanation: Despite facing setbacks in her environmental initiatives, Dawn remains determined and continues her efforts.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of perseverance in achieving goals, helping them to remain motivated and resilient in the face of challenges.