Planet Tad Series
Planet Tad
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What’s inside...
Tad has an agenda: Survive seventh grade.
He also wants to: grow a mustache, get girls to notice him, and do a kickflip on his skateboard. . . .
But those are not the main reasons he started a blog. Tad just has a lot of important thoughts he wants to share with the world, like: Here is the first thing I have learned about having a dog in your house: Don't feed them nachos. Not ever.
Age
10-12
Length
256 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Discussion points
How do you think Tad felt when he faced challenges at school, and how would you feel in a similar situation?
What are some ways that Tad shows he cares for his friends and family?
If you could give Tad one piece of advice, what would it be and why?
How do the illustrations add to the story, and which picture is your favorite?
What lesson did you learn from Tad’s experiences that you can apply in your own life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate to Tad by sharing your own similar childhood experiences.
Use the illustrations in the book as a visual aid to discuss the storyline and character emotions.
After reading, ask your child to draw their favorite scene and explain why they chose it.
Create a comfortable and distraction-free reading environment to make the discussion more enjoyable and effective.
Praise your child for their insights and thoughts to boost their confidence and encourage deeper thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of resilience
Explanation: Throughout 'Planet Tad', Tad faces various everyday challenges, using humor and persistence to navigate through them.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to approach their own challenges and setbacks with a positive attitude and determination, essential skills in overcoming personal obstacles.
Example Lesson: The value of creativity
Explanation: Tad consistently uses his creativity to solve problems and entertain readers with his unique perspective.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to use their imagination to think outside the box and find inventive solutions to problems.
Example Lesson: Understanding and managing emotions
Explanation: Tad's experiences in the book reflect a range of emotions, showing children that it's normal to feel and express them.
Real-World Application: Helps children recognize and articulate their emotions, promoting emotional intelligence and empathy in real-life interactions.
Example Lesson: The significance of friendships
Explanation: The story highlights Tad's interactions with friends, illustrating both the fun and challenges they bring.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of building and maintaining friendships, and how to navigate social dynamics positively.
Example Lesson: Growth through experiences
Explanation: Every chapter in 'Planet Tad' contributes to Tad's development, showing that each day brings opportunities to learn and grow.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to view everyday experiences as learning opportunities and to understand that growth is a continual process.