Rosie Swanson: Fourth-Grade Geek for President (Geek Chronicles)
#2 of 3 in The Geek Chronicles Series
What’s inside...
Vote for Rosie! Sure, she wears geeky-looking glasses and she tattles on her classmates. But, hey, snitching has its good side. Thanks to Rosie, Ronald Milligan has stopped blowing his nose in the water fountain. And now, Rosie is determined to do even more for her classmates -- by becoming president of the fourth grade! With the help of her two best (and only) friends, Rosie devises a brilliant campaign to defeat the two most popular kids in her class: soccer star Alan Allen and model-wannabe Summer Lynne Jones. But when despicable Alan steals Rosie's unbeatable campaign slogans, it's time to watch out! Nosy Rosie is on the warpath! From the Trade Paperback edition.
Discussion points
Why do you think Rosie wants to run for president, and how does she plan to achieve her goals?
What challenges does Rosie face during her campaign, and how does she deal with them?
How do Rosie's friends and classmates react to her presidential campaign? Can you relate to any of her experiences?
What would you do if you were in Rosie's position and wanted to make changes at school?
If you were to run for a position at school, what would be your campaign promise and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate personal experiences with Rosie’s story, enhancing their understanding and empathy.
Discuss the importance of setting goals like Rosie and brainstorm some personal goals with your child.
Talk about resilience and the importance of handling setbacks positively, taking examples from Rosie's campaign struggles.
Encourage your child to think critically by asking what they would do differently if they were in Rosie’s shoes.
Highlight the values of leadership and responsibility reflected in the book, and relate them to everyday situations your child might encounter.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Leadership and Responsibility
Explanation: Rosie Swanson runs for class president, learning to take initiative and manage responsibilities throughout her campaign.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of stepping up in group settings whether at school or during play, understanding the roles of a leader.
Example Lesson: Importance of Perseverance
Explanation: Despite challenges during her campaign, Rosie continues to persevere, showing resilience.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to keep trying despite difficulties, whether in completing school projects or resolving conflicts with peers.
Example Lesson: Value of Empathy
Explanation: Rosie learns to listen to her classmates' needs and concerns, becoming more empathetic.
Real-World Application: Children learn to consider and respect the feelings and views of others, fostering better relationships and understanding in diverse environments.
Example Lesson: Creative Problem Solving
Explanation: Rosie uses creative ideas to improve the school, showcasing problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think outside the box and find innovative solutions to problems, from academic tasks to everyday challenges.