#15 in The Baby-Sitters Club Series
Mary Anne Misses Logan
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What’s inside...
Mary Anne begins to have second thoughts about having let Logan go and thinks that it may be time to start their relationship anew.
Character compass
Discussion points
How do you think Mary Anne felt when Logan was not around? Can you describe a time when you missed someone?
What are some ways Mary Anne tried to cope with her feelings? What do you think are some good ways to handle missing someone?
Why is it important to talk about our feelings, like Mary Anne did with her friends?
Mary Anne and her friends found creative solutions to their problems. What are some problems that you solved creatively?
What did this story teach you about friendship and supporting each other during tough times?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before starting the discussion, summarize the plot of the book with your child to refresh their memory and set the stage for a deeper conversation.
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the book by asking them what they liked or disliked and why.
Connect the situations in the book to your child’s personal experiences. For example, discuss a time when they had to deal with similar emotions as the characters.
Promote empathy by asking your child how they think the characters felt during key moments in the story and why.
Finish the conversation by asking your child how themes from the book can be applied to their own life. This helps them see the relevance of the story to their own experiences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: In the book, Mary Anne tries to understand Logan's perspective, even when they face challenges in their relationship. This demonstrates the importance of empathy in understanding others' feelings and viewpoints.
Real-World Application: Children can apply empathy by acknowledging their friends' feelings and viewpoints during disagreements or misunderstandings, fostering healthier and more understanding relationships.
Example Lesson: Communication is Key
Explanation: The story highlights the issues that arise from miscommunication between Mary Anne and Logan. It shows how open and honest communication can resolve conflicts and strengthen relationships.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of expressing their thoughts and feelings clearly in their interactions, which can help them in resolving conflicts and building stronger connections with others.
Example Lesson: Resolving Conflicts
Explanation: Mary Anne and Logan work through their difficulties by discussing their issues and finding common ground. This teaches the importance of addressing and resolving conflicts constructively.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand that conflicts are a natural part of relationships and can be resolved through discussion and mutual understanding, rather than avoidance.
Example Lesson: Coping with Change
Explanation: When Logan starts showing interest in other activities, Mary Anne learns to cope with the changes in their relationship dynamics. It illustrates the inevitability of change and the need to adapt.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to embrace change in their own lives, such as changes in friendships or family dynamics, and understand that adapting to new situations is a part of growing up.