LBD: It's a Girl Thing (Lbd, 1)
#1 in LBD Series
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What’s inside...
Ronnie, Fleur, and Claude are the LBD—Les Bambinos Dangereuses. These best friends are hip, feisty, and ready for the Astlebury Music Festival, a weekend of music, dancing, and guy watching. Except for one thing -- their fun-hating, ogre parents won't let them go. To save their social lives the girls come up with a brilliant plan. They'll put on a concert of their own, featuring their school's finest talent (and hottest guys). But staging a music festival isn't easy, especially when the LBD's sworn enemy, Panama Goodyear, is the headline act. Panama threatens to steal the spotlight as well as Ronnie's crush, Jimi. It's up to the LBD to use their sass, class, and humor to make Blackwell Live a huge success, complete with post-concert snogging and all. With LBD in charge—it's not just a girl thing; it's the best thing! Barred by their overprotective parents from attending a rock music festival, fourteen-year-olds Ronnie, Fleur, and Claude, also known as 'Les Bambinos Dangereuses,' decide to stage their own music festival at Blackwell School.
Character compass
Ronnie
Claude
Fleur
Discussion points
What aspects of the characters' friendships in the book do you relate to the most?
How do the characters handle their challenges, and what can we learn from them?
In what ways do the characters grow throughout the story?
Can you think of a time when you encountered a similar situation as the characters?
What would you have done differently if you were in the characters' shoes?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage open and honest dialogue by sharing your own experiences related to friendship and personal growth. Use examples from the book to guide the conversation. Ask your child how the story might relate to their own school or social life. Create a warm and trusting environment so they feel comfortable expressing their thoughts and feelings.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: Throughout the book, the characters demonstrate how strong friendships can provide support and understanding.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the value of building and maintaining positive relationships with peers, which is crucial for emotional and social development.
Example Lesson: Self-Identity and Expression
Explanation: The protagonists explore their individual interests and styles, showing that self-expression is a key part of growing up.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to explore and embrace their own unique identities, boosting confidence and self-esteem.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The characters face various challenges and learn how to navigate them through communication and teamwork.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to apply critical thinking and collaboration skills in everyday situations, from resolving conflicts to making decisions.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The story highlights the importance of being responsible for one's actions and commitments.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of accountability in their daily tasks and relationships, fostering a sense of duty and integrity.