Just William Collection
Just William Series
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What’s inside...
Martin Jarvis reads the first four volumes of Richmal Crompton's beloved Just William series in this special limited edition set. The set includes 'Just William - Home for the Holidays' featuring 12 unabridged stories, and 'Just William at Christmas' with six hilarious stories centered around Christmas. These timeless adventures of schoolboy William Brown are famous on both radio and print, continuing to delight audiences of all ages. The timeless collection also includes the first three hilarious JUST WILLIAM stories, to delight children and grown-ups alike!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
320 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
William Brown
Douglas
Henry
Ginger
Robert Brown
Mr. Brown
Mrs. Brown
Ethel Brown
Discussion points
What do you think motivates William to get into so many adventures?
How do William's actions affect the people around him in the stories?
If you could be friends with William, what advice would you give him?
What did you learn about consequences from William's adventures?
How do you think the story would change if it was set in today's world?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use specific examples from the book to prompt deeper thinking and connection.
Encourage your child to compare their reactions to different scenarios William faces.
Discuss the historical context of the time when 'Just William' was written to enhance understanding.
Invite your child to imagine alternate endings for some of William's escapades.
Acknowledge creative or insightful responses to foster a positive discussion environment.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of honesty
Explanation: Throughout the 'Just William' series, William learns the consequences of dishonesty and the value of telling the truth, even when it's difficult.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by understanding that honesty builds trust and strong relationships in real life, whether with family, friends, or teachers.
Example Lesson: Creativity and problem-solving
Explanation: William often finds himself in tricky situations, but his imaginative and creative approaches often lead to surprising solutions.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think creatively in their daily encounters and understand that sometimes unconventional thinking can resolve issues.
Example Lesson: Value of persistence
Explanation: William shows persistence in the face of challenges, whether it's forming a plan or dealing with his mischievous outcomes.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of perseverance in achieving goals and the positive outcomes of persisting through difficulties rather than giving up.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: Each of William's adventures comes with its set of repercussions, which teaches him and the readers about the consequences of one's actions.
Real-World Application: This helps children grasp that their actions have effects, teaching them to think ahead and consider the outcomes of their actions.
Example Lesson: Empathy and compassion
Explanation: Through interactions with various characters, William sometimes learns to understand and share the feelings of others.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children develop empathy towards peers and learn the importance of considering others' emotions and perspectives in their everyday interactions.