Livewire
#6 in Pride Street crew Series
What’s inside...
Written by experienced special needs teachers and fully assessed by The Basic Skills Agency to ensure accessibility in both layout and content, 'Livewire Youth Fiction' offers exciting stories about the issues, dramas and challenges of being young.
Discussion points
What do you think motivates Livewire to keep trying, even when things get tough?
How do the characters in the book show kindness or help each other?
If you could have a conversation with Livewire, what would you ask her?
How do you think Livewire felt during her biggest challenge in the story?
What would you have done differently if you were in Livewire's place?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate to Livewire by sharing a personal story of overcoming a challenge.
Ask your child to draw a scene from the book that they found exciting or meaningful, and discuss why they chose it.
While discussing the book, validate your child's feelings and perspectives to promote a deeper understanding.
Use open-ended questions to help your child think critically about the story and connect the themes to their own experiences.
After finishing the book, ask your child to predict what might happen next if the story continued.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: In 'Livewire', the protagonist learns to understand and empathize with characters from different backgrounds and with different challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to appreciate the feelings and perspectives of classmates and friends, fostering a more inclusive environment.
Example Lesson: The Importance of Perseverance
Explanation: Throughout the story, the main character faces various obstacles but continues to strive towards their goals, demonstrating determination.
Real-World Application: This lesson can inspire children to continue working towards their own goals, such as improving in a subject at school or mastering a new skill, despite difficulties.
Example Lesson: Value of Teamwork
Explanation: The book highlights how working together can solve problems that seem insurmountable individually.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to collaborate with their peers on projects or team sports, understanding that collective effort can lead to greater achievements.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Characters in 'Livewire' learn to take responsibility for their actions and understand the impact of their decisions on others.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the importance of being accountable for their actions, such as admitting to a mistake or helping to resolve a conflict.
Example Lesson: Courage to Face Fears
Explanation: The protagonist confronts fears and learns that facing fears can lead to personal growth and new opportunities.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face their own fears, whether it’s trying out for a school play, speaking in front of the class, or standing up for what is right.