I Am the Walrus: The N.O.A.H Files
#1 of 2 in The N.O.A.H. Files Series
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What’s inside...
Eoin Colfer meets Rick Riordan—with a little Margaret Peterson Haddix sprinkled on top—in this hilarious new sci-fi series from award-winning authors Neal Shusterman and Eric Elfman. When fourteen-year-old Noah falls from the trees on his classmate Sahara, he doesn’t understand how, or why, he would have been up there. It’s just one more in a string of strange things happening to Noah lately. Like when he keels over and every muscle in his body freezes when confronted by bullies. And when he vanishes into the background at a moment he doesn’t want to be noticed. And when he unexpectedly blasts Sahara with a bird shriek while flapping his arms uncontrollably in the middle of a school dance. What does it all mean? And why do there suddenly seem to be so many mysterious people trying to kill him? Noah’s friend Ogden has an idea…but like all of Ogden’s ideas, it’s out there. Way out there.
Discussion points
What do you think makes the walrus and his friends special in their own way?
How did the characters show bravery or teamwork during their adventure?
What would you do if you were in the walrus's situation?
How do you think the story would change if it took place near our home?
Which character would you like to be friends with and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Utilize pauses after each question to give your child time to think and encourage them to elaborate on their answers.
Express genuine interest in their thoughts and feelings about the story to foster a deeper connection.
Relate the story themes to your child’s daily experiences to help them see the relevance of the story to their own life.
Ask your child to draw their favorite scene or character as a fun activity to deepen their understanding and engagement.
Praise your child for their insights and encourage them to ask their own questions about the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: The characters in 'I Am the Walrus: The N.O.A.H Files' work together to solve problems and overcome obstacles, highlighting the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn to collaborate with others, whether in school projects or group activities, understanding that collective efforts often lead to success.
Example Lesson: Value of Curiosity
Explanation: The protagonist's curiosity drives the adventure and discovery in the story, showing that asking questions and exploring are positive traits.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to be inquisitive about the world around them, promoting a love for learning and discovery in real life.
Example Lesson: Importance of Bravery
Explanation: Characters in the story face challenges with courage, teaching children that bravery is not about the absence of fear, but the ability to overcome it.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand that it's okay to be scared, and that facing their fears can lead to growth and new experiences.
Example Lesson: Acceptance and Diversity
Explanation: The diverse group of characters in the story learn to accept and appreciate each other's differences, illustrating the beauty of diversity.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to embrace diversity in their daily interactions and understand that everyone's unique qualities contribute to a richer community.