Mrs Cuddy Is Nutty!
#2 of 21 in My Weird School Series
What’s inside...
In the My Weird School series book 'Mrs. Cuddy Is Nutty!,' A.J. and his friends are tasked with selling horrible-tasting candies to raise money for their school carnival. However, their fundraising takes an unexpected turn when an alien tries to steal their candy stash, leading to a fun adventure. In 'My Weirdest School,' the students receive a million dollars and decide to create an in-school TV station with Ms. Cuddy as the digital media arts teacher. But when Ms. Cuddy aims to increase the show's ratings, things start to go awry. The series continues to captivate young readers with its quirky and humorous stories.
Character compass
A.j.
Andrea Young
Mrs. Cuddy
Discussion points
What are some of the funny things Mrs. Cuddy does in the story?
How do the students react to Mrs. Cuddy's actions? Can you relate to how they felt?
Why do you think Mrs. Cuddy behaves the way she does? What might she be trying to teach her students?
How would you feel if Mrs. Cuddy was your teacher? What would you do differently in her class?
What's your favorite part of the book and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by sharing your own thoughts about Mrs. Cuddy and her nutty behavior to make the child feel comfortable sharing their opinions.
Ask the child to imagine themselves in the story and consider how they would interact with Mrs. Cuddy, fostering empathy and creative thinking.
Encourage the child to think about the lessons that Mrs. Cuddy might be trying to impart, even through her unconventional methods.
Discuss the reactions of different characters in the book and relate it to real-life situations, which can help improve the child's social understanding.
Highlight the humor and fun in the story to make the reading experience enjoyable, while subtly guiding the conversation towards its underlying messages.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of creativity
Explanation: In 'Mrs. Cuddy Is Nutty!', the unconventional methods of teaching by Mrs. Cuddy encourage creativity in the classroom.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think outside the box and apply creative problem-solving skills in their daily activities and school projects.
Example Lesson: Value of humor
Explanation: The humorous scenarios and Mrs. Cuddy’s playful teaching style illustrate how laughter can be a powerful educational tool.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to incorporate humor to make learning more enjoyable and to handle life's challenges with a positive attitude.
Example Lesson: Appreciating differences
Explanation: The book portrays Mrs. Cuddy’s unique teaching style, which differs from the conventional, highlighting the benefits of diverse approaches.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand and value different perspectives and teaching methods, fostering a more inclusive attitude towards others in their school and community.
Example Lesson: Encouraging curiosity
Explanation: Mrs. Cuddy's engaging teaching strategies spark curiosity in her students about various subjects.
Real-World Application: This prompts children to ask questions and seek out knowledge actively, both in academic settings and in everyday life.