Oh No! UFO! (Strange Encounters Series)
Strange Encounters Series
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What’s inside...
Cassie Strange is the only normal person in her family, with her dad being a TV celebrity debunking the paranormal, her mom a naturalist, and her brother an aspiring actor. While on a family camping trip intended for her father to investigate UFO sightings, Cassie's sister Amber is replaced by an alien imposter named Vee. Cassie struggles to convince her skeptical parents of the truth and rescue Amber before the aliens can use her for show-and-tell.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
192 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What would you do if you saw a UFO like in the story?
Why do you think the characters reacted the way they did when they saw the UFO?
How would you describe the UFO and the creatures inside it?
What do you think the message of the story is about meeting new or unfamiliar things?
Can you think of a time when you encountered something new and strange, and how did you feel?
Tip: Role play these questions
To encourage a deeper connection with the story, parents can relate the themes of the book to real-life experiences. Ask your child how they feel about encountering new situations or people and compare that to the characters in the book. Emphasize the importance of curiosity and open-mindedness in unfamiliar situations. Use expressive read-aloud techniques, altering your voice for different characters, to make the story more vivid and engaging. End the reading session by summarizing key takeaways and discussing what your child learned from the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The story follows a child's adventure with a UFO, highlighting how their curiosity leads them to explore and learn more about the subject.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to ask questions and seek knowledge about the unknown, fostering a lifelong love for learning.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, the protagonist encounters various challenges that require critical thinking and creativity to resolve.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand the importance of approaching problems thoughtfully and teaches them strategies for finding solutions.
Example Lesson: Bravery
Explanation: The main character shows courage when facing the mysterious and unknown aspects of the UFO.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to confront their fears and demonstrates that facing the unknown can lead to personal growth and learning.
Example Lesson: Friendship and Collaboration
Explanation: The story emphasizes working together with others to understand the UFO and its purpose, showing cooperation among different characters.
Real-World Application: Teaches the value of teamwork and how collaborative efforts can lead to greater achievements and understanding.
Example Lesson: Respect for Diversity
Explanation: Encounters with diverse characters from different backgrounds around the UFO incident teach the importance of respecting differences.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to be open and respectful towards people from various backgrounds, fostering a harmonious community atmosphere.