Mr. Villain's Day Off 01
#1 in Mr. Villain’s Adventures Series
What’s inside...
One evil supervillain spends most of his time hatching nefarious plots to take over the world—but on his days off, nothing gets between him and the cute pandas he adores! This fresh, charming comedy series answers the age-old question of what a villain does off the clock! The mysterious and... show more.
Character compass
Commander
Hero
Discussion points
What do you think Mr. Villain likes to do on his day off?
How do you feel about Mr. Villain compared to other characters in the story?
Why do you think it's important for everyone, even a villain, to take a break?
What would you do if you were to spend a day with Mr. Villain?
If you could give Mr. Villain one piece of advice, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, ask your child what they think a villain might do on a day off to get them thinking about character dimensions.
After a reading session, encourage your child to draw a picture of Mr. Villain enjoying his day off, helping them connect visually with the story.
Use different voices for Mr. Villain and other characters to make the reading more dynamic and engaging.
Post-reading, have a discussion about the importance of rest and relaxation, linking the themes of the book to real-life applications.
Encourage empathy by discussing why even characters who are villains have good traits and deserve breaks.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: In 'Mr. Villain's Day Off 01', the character Mr. Villain experiences everyday challenges, showing children that everyone has struggles, even villains.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to empathize with others, understanding that everyone, regardless of their role, has feelings and challenges.
Example Lesson: Importance of Taking Breaks
Explanation: Mr. Villain takes a day off to recharge, which illustrates the necessity of rest and relaxation for everyone.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to understand the value of taking breaks for mental health and productivity.
Example Lesson: Consequences of Actions
Explanation: Throughout his day off, Mr. Villain's actions inadvertently affect others, teaching the lesson that all actions have consequences.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by thinking about how their actions affect others and learning responsibility.