Gabby Garcia's Ultimate Playbook
#1 of 3 in Gabby Garcia's Ultimate Playbook Series
What’s inside...
Gabby Garcia, an overly confident baseball-obsessed sports nut, is the hero of a new series by Iva-Marie Palmer. Starting off with her best season ever as an all-star pitcher, Gabby's life takes a turn when she is sent to a new school and her winning streak is jeopardized. However, with a detailed plan to maintain her champion status, Gabby is determined to succeed. The series is packed with funny illustrations, sports trivia, and hilarious blooper moments, making it a delightful read for fans of Dork Diaries and Middle School: The Worst Year of My Life.
Character compass
Gabby Garcia
Discussion points
What qualities do you think make Gabby Garcia a good leader and a good friend?
How did Gabby handle setbacks in the story, and what can we learn from her attitude?
What are some ways Gabby shows her passion for baseball, and how does it inspire you in your favorite activities?
Gabby faces various challenges in the book. Can you relate to any of her experiences and how did it make you feel?
How do the themes of teamwork and perseverance in the book impact the choices Gabby makes?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to draw parallels between their own life experiences and Gabby’s, enhancing personal connection with the story.
Ask open-ended questions that prompt critical thinking and personal reflection, fostering deeper understanding and empathy.
Highlight examples of positive behavior from the book, such as resilience and teamwork, and discuss how these can be applied in everyday situations.
Share your own stories related to themes in the book such as leadership and overcoming obstacles, creating a mutual-sharing environment.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of challenges
Explanation: Gabby Garcia faces numerous setbacks as she tries to adapt to a new school and pursue her love for baseball. Despite the challenges, she remains determined and optimistic.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to stay positive and keep pushing forward, even when they encounter difficulties in school or extracurricular activities.
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, Gabby learns that cooperating with others, even those different from her, leads to success on and off the baseball field.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to value and nurture teamwork skills, essential in group projects at school and in their future careers.
Example Lesson: Embracing individuality
Explanation: Gabby's unique personality and unconventional methods sometimes set her apart, but she learns to embrace her individuality and use it to her advantage.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to be proud of their unique traits and talents, using them to shape their personal and academic pursuits.
Example Lesson: Handling failure constructively
Explanation: Gabby faces failure, especially in important baseball games, but instead of giving up, she uses these experiences to grow and improve her skills.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of learning from failures rather than letting them undermine their confidence or deter their efforts.