Fitz and Cleo: The Enchanted School Mystery
#1 in A Fitz and Cleo Book Series
What’s inside...
The dynamo team behind Llama Destroys the World invites you to meet the stars of their first graphic novel--Fitz and Cleo! If you're a fan of Narwhal and Jelly or Owly, get ready to fall head over heels for this brother-and-sister duo.
Fitz and Cleo are siblings by chance, but best friends by choice. Oh, and they also happen to be ghosts!
Join Cleo, a happy-go-lucky kind of gal, and Fitz, her science-minded brother, as they laugh their way through eleven gut-busting stories, including exploring the beach with a new friend, enjoying some ice cream, playing baseball, and gazing at the stars.
Jonathan Stutzman and Heather Fox, the creative team responsible for your favorite doomsday-prone Llama, team up again for a silly and heartwarming graphic novel that is perfect for newly independent readers and comics enthusiasts. The book highlights just how wonderful the world can be when you mix a little fun with some great friends.
Why read this book
- Engaging mystery plot stimulates curiosity and imagination.
- Fitz and Cleo: relatable, adventurous siblings.
- Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Perfect blend of fun and educational content.
Discussion points
What do you think Fitz and Cleo felt when they discovered the enchanted mystery at their school?
How would you solve a mystery like Fitz and Cleo did?
What did you learn about teamwork from Fitz and Cleo's adventure?
Which magical element in the story was your favorite and why?
If you could add another character to the story, who would it be and what role would they play?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring the characters and the magical elements to life, enhancing the enchantment of the story.
Pause at suspenseful moments to invite predictions about what might happen next, fostering critical thinking.
Discuss the moral of the story and connect it to real-life situations to help your child apply the lessons learned.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book. This helps reinforce their memory and understanding of the story.
After reading, ask your child to summarize the story in their own words, boosting their comprehension and verbal skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: Fitz and Cleo work together to solve the mystery of their enchanted school, demonstrating how collaboration can lead to success.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning the value of working with others to achieve a common goal.
Example Lesson: Critical Thinking
Explanation: Throughout the story, Fitz and Cleo face various puzzles that require them to think critically and deduce solutions.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to use reasoning and logic in everyday situations, such as solving problems in their studies or resolving conflicts with friends.
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: Fitz and Cleo must confront their fears to uncover the mysteries of the enchanted school, showcasing their bravery.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face their own fears and challenges, whether it's trying out new activities, standing up for themselves, or dealing with change.
Example Lesson: The Importance of Curiosity
Explanation: The characters' inquisitive nature drives the adventure, highlighting how curiosity can lead to exciting discoveries and learning.
Real-World Application: Fostering curiosity can inspire children to explore new topics, ask questions, and engage more deeply with the world around them.