The Baby-Sitters Club Series
Jessi and the Superbrat
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What’s inside...
Jessi and the Superbrat revolves around Jessi, who is thrilled to be working on a dance video! That is, until she learns that the star of the video is none other than the superbratty Stephanie Kim. And Stephanie's own personal assistant is none other than...Jessi!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
135 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think Jessi felt the need to manage both her dancing and babysitting responsibilities?
What are some ways Jessi could have handled her frustrations with Derek?
How do you think working as a team helps solve problems?
What did Jessi learn about understanding others who come from different backgrounds?
How would you have helped a friend in a similar situation as Derek?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the characters and their situations, relating them to their own experiences.
Discuss the importance of empathy and understanding, using Jessi's interactions with Derek as a case study.
Highlight the role of responsibility and time management in Jessi’s life, asking your child how they manage their own responsibilities.
Engage in a role-play activity where you and your child act out different scenarios from the book to explore solutions to conflicts.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Jessi learns to manage her duties as a babysitter while dealing with challenging behavior from Derek, a child actor.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of being reliable and accountable, even when faced with difficult situations.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Through her interactions with Derek, Jessi begins to understand the pressures he faces and sees beyond his bratty behavior.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to consider the feelings and circumstances of others, promoting compassion in their interactions.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Jessi creatively figures out how to connect with Derek and manage his tantrums, turning challenges into opportunities for fun.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think critically and innovatively when faced with problems, applying these skills in school and in social settings.
Example Lesson: Communication
Explanation: Jessi uses effective communication to discuss Derek's behavior with his parents, which helps improve the situation.
Real-World Application: This lesson underscores the value of open dialogue and expressing one’s feelings or concerns in a respectful manner.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Despite initial difficulties, Jessi remains committed to her babysitting job and learns from the experience.
Real-World Application: Children understand the importance of perseverance and learning from challenging experiences, which aids in personal growth.