Have You Met My Ghoulfriend? (Mostly Ghostly Book 2)
#2 of 8 in Mostly Ghostly Series
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What’s inside...
Nicky and Tara still live in Max's bedroom, and while they've found some clues, they still don't know what happened to their parents. Meanwhile, Phears is still desperate to get his hands on Nicky and Tara, and to pressure Max into turning them over, Phears brings a Berserker Ghoul to inhabit Max's body and make Max go berserk when he least expects it! But Max, Nicky, and Tara aren't giving in to Phears. They have a few tricks up their sleeve like one very talkative ghost cat, who's taken residence inside the tunnel to the ghost world. Master horror writer and Goosebumps series author, R.L. Stine, delivers another spooky tale!
Character compass
Max Doyle
Tara Roland
Traci
Nicky Roland
Phears
Discussion points
What do you think it feels like to be a ghost, as described in the book?
How did Max and Nicky handle their fears? What can we learn from them?
What does friendship mean in the story? How do the characters show they care for each other?
If you had a ghost friend like Nicky, what would you do together?
What was the most surprising part of the story for you?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the book, relating it to their own experiences. Ask them to imagine alternative scenarios in the story and how they might change the outcome. Foster empathy by discussing the characters' situations and feelings. Challenge your child to predict what might happen in the next book based on the clues given in 'Have You Met My Ghoulfriend?'
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of fear
Explanation: The protagonist of the story musters the bravery to face spooky and supernatural challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to confront their own fears, whether it’s trying out for a sports team or standing up to a bully.
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: Characters in the book rely on each other to navigate through mysterious events, showcasing the power of teamwork and trust.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to value their friends and work cooperatively in group settings like school projects or sports.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: As characters encounter various challenges, they strategize and think critically to resolve conflicts.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply these problem-solving approaches in their everyday interactions and challenges, enhancing their critical thinking skills.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: Characters in the story learn to understand each other’s unique backgrounds and fears, fostering a sense of empathy.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to be compassionate and understanding towards people who may seem different from them.