Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being Good
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Packed with doodles and cartoons, here is the diary of Loki as he’s trapped on earth as a petulant eleven-year-old—and even worse, annoying thunder god Thor is there, too. After one prank too many, trickster god Loki has been banished to live as a kid on Earth. If he can show moral improvement within one month, he can return to Asgard. If he can’t? Eternity in a pit of angry snakes. Rude! To keep track of Loki’s progress, King Odin (a bossy poo-poo head) gives him this magical diary in which Loki is forced to confess the truth, even when that truth is as ugly as a naked mole rat. To make matters worse, Loki has to put up with an eleven-year-old Thor tagging along and making him look bad. Loki is not even allowed to use his awesome godly powers! As Loki suffers the misery of school lunch, discovers the magic of internet videos, and keeps watch for frost giant spies, will he finally learn to tell good from bad, trust from tricks, and friends from enemies? Louie Stowell’s witty text and hysterical drawings will keep readers in stitches from start to finish.
Character compass
Loki
Odin
Thor
Discussion points
What do you think made Loki want to change his ways in the story?
How do you think Loki felt when he was sent to live as a human?
What did Loki learn about friendship and trust during his adventures?
Do you think it was difficult for Loki to try to be good? Why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate to Loki's experiences by asking them how they feel when they make mistakes and what they learn from them.
Discuss the importance of second chances and forgiveness with your child, exploring how these themes are presented in the book.
Ask your child to think of examples from their own lives where they had to trust someone or be honest, linking it back to Loki’s story.
Enable your child to articulate their thoughts on good versus bad behavior by discussing Loki's actions and the consequences they led to in the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Loki is tasked with living as a mortal, which teaches him about the consequences of his actions.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of taking responsibility for their actions and understanding how their behavior can affect others.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Throughout the book, Loki begins to understand human emotions, learning to care about others' feelings.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand the importance of considering other people's feelings and perspectives, fostering a sense of empathy.
Example Lesson: Redemption
Explanation: Loki works to redeem himself by doing good deeds, showcasing that change is possible.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to believe in second chances and understand that it’s never too late to make positive changes in their behavior.
Example Lesson: The value of friendship
Explanation: As Loki navigates life on Earth, he forms friendships that teach him valuable life lessons.
Real-World Application: Highlights the importance of building and maintaining friendships, and how friendships can lead to personal growth and understanding.
Example Lesson: Honesty
Explanation: Loki’s journey emphasizes the importance of honesty, especially as he faces the consequences of his past actions.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of being honest and the positive outcomes honesty can bring in their relationships and life.