Dracula's Tomb
What’s inside...
A fangtastic Dracula coffin-shaped novelty book, this is the life of Count Dracula, with excerpts from his diary, his holiday snaps, school reports, favorite pets, and much more. A fun and frightful salute to the Count explores his early life, friends, ancestors, fridge, and closet to shed light on what makes this ghoul such a pain in the neck and includes a pop-up finale and Velcro closures.
Age
5-10
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you think about the characters in 'Dracula’s Tomb'? Which character did you find most interesting and why?
How did the setting of the story make you feel? Can you imagine what it would be like to visit Dracula’s tomb?
What are some of the main themes of the book? How do these themes relate to real-life situations or feelings?
What would you have done differently if you were one of the characters in the book?
How did the story end? What do you think could happen next if there was a sequel?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and emotions about the story, reinforcing that all opinions are valid.
Use descriptive language from the book to build vocabulary and ask your child to explain or demonstrate their understanding of these new words.
Discuss the moral of the story and relate it to everyday life to enhance comprehension and personal connection.
Ask your child to draw a scene or character from the book to deepen their engagement and understanding of the story’s visuals.
Encourage your child to predict alternative endings or sequels to harness creativity and critical thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in facing fears
Explanation: In 'Dracula's Tomb,' the characters confront their fears of the unknown as they explore the mysterious tomb.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face unfamiliar situations with bravery and can apply this courage at school or in new social settings.
Example Lesson: Importance of teamwork
Explanation: The characters in the book must work together to navigate the challenges they encounter in Dracula's tomb.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to value cooperation and collaboration, skills that are essential for group projects and sports.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and learning
Explanation: The protagonist's quest to learn more about Dracula sparks a journey filled with learning opportunities.
Real-World Application: Children are motivated to explore new topics and engage in learning both in and outside the classroom.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the story, characters encounter various problems that they must solve to advance in their journey.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to think critically and develop solutions to obstacles they face in daily activities.
Example Lesson: Respecting differences
Explanation: As characters interact with the legendary figure of Dracula, they learn to understand and respect differences.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to be open-minded and respectful towards people who are different from themselves.