The Baby-Sitters Club Series
Mary Anne and the Search for Tigger
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What’s inside...
Mary Anne is desperate to find her missing kitten, Tigger, and her friends in the Baby-sitters Club help her with her search, but in the meantime the children for whom Mary Anne babysits develop inexplicable allergies.
Age
9-12
Length
142 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Discussion points
How do you think Mary Anne felt when she couldn’t find Tigger?
What would you have done if you were in Mary Anne’s situation?
Why is it important to take care of our pets?
How do you think teamwork helped Mary Anne in her search for Tigger?
What did you learn from the way Mary Anne handled her problem?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings and thoughts about the story, relating them to their own experiences with responsibility and caring for others. Foster empathy by discussing the importance of teamwork and community support, as depicted in the book. Help your child connect with the narrative by asking them how they would feel and react in similar situations, enhancing their problem-solving skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Mary Anne takes charge of finding Tigger, the missing cat, demonstrating a proactive approach and ownership of the situation.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking responsibility for their belongings and pets, learning to care for and manage their own tasks.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Through Mary Anne's concern for Tigger and her friends, players learn to understand and share the feelings of others.
Real-World Application: This can help children develop compassion and empathy, essential for building strong interpersonal relationships.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Mary Anne uses critical thinking and collaboration to solve the mystery of Tigger’s whereabouts.
Real-World Application: Children learn to use logical reasoning and teamwork to tackle challenges in school or while interacting with friends.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Despite initial failures, Mary Anne persists in her search for Tigger, showing determination.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to keep trying and not give up easily, whether it be in their academic pursuits or personal goals.
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: The story highlights the importance of supporting friends and sticking together through difficult times.
Real-World Application: Children can see the value of loyalty and mutual support, and how it can overcome challenges in real life.