#7 in The Origami Yoda series
Emperor Pickletine Rides the Bus
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What’s inside...
The final origami Yoda case file from the kids at McQuarrie Middle School. After successfully fighting to save their field trip in Princess Labelmaker to the Rescue!, Tommy and the gang prepare for a well-earned day of fun and adventure in Washington, DC... but of course it won’t be that easy! This trip to the nation's capital will be full of shifting alliances and betrayals, carsickness and sugar rushes.
Character compass
Discussion points
How did the characters in 'Emperor Pickletine Rides the Bus' show creativity or problem-solving?
What lessons can we learn about friendship from the interactions on the bus?
If you could create your own origami character like the ones in the book, what would it be and why?
How do the characters handle conflicts during their bus ride? What would you have done differently?
Why is teamwork important in the story, and can you think of a time when teamwork helped you?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the characters' experiences on the bus to their own school or travel experiences. This can help personalize the story and enhance understanding.
Use the origami theme of the book to create a hands-on activity. Making origami together can spur conversation about the story and its characters.
Discuss the mischiefs and resolutions in the book. Ask your child how they felt about the characters' decisions and explore alternative choices the characters could have made.
Highlight the importance of teamwork as depicted in the book. Discuss with your child any personal experiences where working as a team was beneficial.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: Throughout 'Emperor Pickletine Rides the Bus,' characters must work together to overcome challenges during their field trip. This demonstrates the importance and effectiveness of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by engaging in group activities at school or in sports, learning to cooperate with peers to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Problem Solving
Explanation: The characters often use creative solutions to tackle obstacles, showcasing the power of thinking outside the box.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to use their imagination and creativity in solving problems, whether in academic settings or in daily life challenges.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and Consequences
Explanation: Characters face consequences for their actions, particularly when they stray from rules on the bus trip, teaching readers about responsibility.
Real-World Application: Kids learn about the importance of following rules and the impact of their actions, helping them develop a sense of responsibility in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: The book explores misunderstandings between characters, emphasizing the importance of empathy and seeing things from other people’s perspectives.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children improve their social interactions and relationships by encouraging them to consider and understand others' feelings and viewpoints.
Example Lesson: Dealing with Change
Explanation: As the characters adapt to new situations and challenges during their trip, the story highlights the theme of dealing with change positively.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to embrace and adapt to changes in life, such as moving to a new school or dealing with changes in family dynamics.