#1 in The Lottie Brooks Series
Lottie Brooks 8
What’s inside...
From the bestselling author Katie Kirby, a new adventure in the Lottie Brooks series awaits! Join Lottie and the Queens of Eight Green as they face friendship upheavals, crushes, and embarrassing mishaps. Amidst these challenges, questions arise about Amber's recent association with the mean girls. Enthusiastic readers have found their children engrossed, laughing, and relating deeply to Lottie's experiences. The series has captured the thoughts and feelings of young readers in a positive and affirming way. Don’t miss out on Lottie’s other entertaining diaries, including 'The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks' and 'The Catastrophic Friendship Fails of Lottie Brooks'.
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of Lottie Brooks' adventures and why?
How do you think Lottie felt when she faced challenges? Can you relate to her feelings?
What lessons did Lottie learn by the end of the story? How do you think these lessons can apply to your own life?
If you could give Lottie one piece of advice, what would it be?
Imagine you are a character in the book. How would you interact with Lottie and her friends?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressions and gestures to bring the story alive as you discuss it, helping your child visualize and connect more deeply with the narrative.
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, validating their opinions to foster a supportive environment.
Draw parallels between the book’s scenarios and your child’s own experiences to help them relate more personally to Lottie's journey.
Ask follow-up questions based on your child's responses to encourage deeper thinking and exploration of themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing Individuality
Explanation: The story showcases how the main character, despite facing various challenges, learns to accept and cherish her unique traits.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate their own differences and those of others, fostering self-confidence and inclusivity in social settings.
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: Relationships play a key role in the narrative, highlighting how true friends provide support and understanding.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to value and nurture friendships, which can provide emotional support and enhance their interpersonal skills.
Example Lesson: Resilience in Adversity
Explanation: The protagonist encounters obstacles but learns to overcome them through determination and courage.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to persevere through their own challenges, learning that persistence can lead to overcoming difficulties in life.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Compassion
Explanation: Throughout the book, acts of kindness and understanding are portrayed, illustrating the impact of empathy.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by showing empathy towards peers, fostering a supportive and caring environment at school and home.
Example Lesson: Value of Creativity
Explanation: The main character uses creative solutions to solve problems, underscoring the importance of creativity.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think creatively in their daily activities and problem-solving, enhancing their cognitive flexibility and innovation.