Fiddle-back: When Stella Street Went Bush
Stella Street Series
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What’s inside...
This funny and exciting eco-adventure, written by 12 year old Henni, is the sequel to the hugely successful 45 & 47 Stella Street. Donna, who is pregnant, takes the gang on a camping trip in the rainforest and all sorts of adventures ensue. This is Henni's story of everything that happened when the Stella Street mob went camping in a beautiful wild place. It was full-on fun until things began to get scary . . .
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
176 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Henni
Briquette
Zev
Frank
Danielle
Discussion points
What do you think motivated the characters to go on their adventure?
How did the characters change from the beginning to the end of the story?
What would you have done differently if you were one of the characters?
Can you think of a time when you worked together with friends or family to solve a problem? How did it feel?
What was your favorite part of the book, and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, relating it to their own experiences. Ask them to imagine alternative scenarios or endings to enhance their creative thinking. Be attentive and affirm their perspectives to build confidence in their analytical abilities. Use examples from the book to discuss real-life lessons about teamwork, adventure, and problem-solving.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of community and teamwork
Explanation: The story showcases how characters work together to overcome obstacles during their adventure in the bush.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of collaborating with others to achieve common goals, which can be applied in group activities at school or in sports.
Example Lesson: Respect for nature
Explanation: The narrative emphasizes the beauty and significance of the natural environment as the characters explore the bush.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to appreciate and care for the environment around them, promoting activities like recycling or participating in local clean-up days.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters encounter various challenges that they must solve creatively and collaboratively.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to apply critical thinking and creativity to solve problems they face in daily life, from simple puzzles to more complex interpersonal issues.
Example Lesson: Courage and facing fears
Explanation: Characters in the story often face their fears when confronted with unfamiliar situations in the wild.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to face their own fears and embrace new experiences with bravery, whether it's trying out a new activity or making new friends.