Pie Morgan and the New Girl
#2 in Pie Morgan Adventures Series
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What’s inside...
Pie Morgan and the New Girl is a heartwarming story about a young girl named Pie who befriends a new girl at school named Lily. As Pie navigates the ups and downs of fourth grade, she experiences challenges such as losing her best friends and discovering Lily's big secret. Throughout the story, Pie learns valuable lessons about acceptance, empathy, and staying true to herself. With charming characters and relatable situations, this book offers a delightful read for young readers and teaches them that things aren't always as bad as they seem.
Discussion points
How do you think Pie Morgan felt when the new girl arrived? Can you relate to her feelings?
What would you do if you were in Pie's shoes to make the new girl feel welcome?
How important is it to have friends? How do friends help us grow?
What did Pie learn by the end of the story? What did you learn from it?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about making new friends, and share your own experiences as well.
Discuss the value of empathy by asking your child how they would feel in similar situations as the characters.
Highlight the importance of kindness and inclusion, mirroring situations from the book with real-life scenarios.
After reading, encourage your child to draw a picture of a scene where Pie Morgan is interacting with the new girl, discussing what might be going through each character's mind.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing Change
Explanation: Pie Morgan learns to adapt to the new dynamics introduced by the arrival of a new student, showcasing resilience and openness.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by staying positive and flexible when faced with new situations or changes in their routines.
Example Lesson: Building Friendships
Explanation: The story emphasizes the importance of building new friendships and how Pie Morgan extends kindness and friendship to the new girl.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to be inclusive and kind to new students or neighbors, helping them feel welcomed and valued.
Example Lesson: Overcoming Jealousy
Explanation: Pie initially struggles with jealousy but learns to overcome these feelings, focusing on the positive aspects of building a new friendship.
Real-World Application: This lesson is vital for children to recognize and manage feelings of jealousy by focusing on kindness and empathy towards others.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: As Pie gets to know the new girl, she learns about her challenges and perspectives, fostering empathy and understanding.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to be empathetic listeners in their interactions with peers, trying to understand different viewpoints and backgrounds.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, Pie Morgan faces various challenges that require creative thinking and problem solving.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think critically and develop problem-solving skills in both academic and social situations.