Saving the Whole Wide World: Hilo, Book 2
#2 of 10 in Hilo Series
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What’s inside...
Dog Man meets Big Nate in HILO-the hilarious New York Times Bestselling GRAPHIC NOVEL SERIES kids love! “A Total BLAST,” says the Miami Herald! Everyone’s favorite space boy, Hilo, is just settling into life on earth (Bowling? Knock-knock jokes? OUTSTANDING!) when strange portals begin opening up all over town. And HOLY MACKEREL! Even STRANGER creatures are coming through them! But it will take more than a GIANT MUTANT CHICKEN, A VIKING HIPPO, A MAGICAL WARRIOR CAT, or even a few MILLION KILLER VEGETABLES to stop Team Hilo . . . er, WON’T IT? Can Hilo, DJ, and GINA figure out how to send these creatures back to their worlds before they DESTROY the earth?
Character compass
Hilo
Gina
Polly
Dj
Razorwark
Discussion points
What do you think makes Hilo and his friends brave in their adventures?
If you had superpowers like Hilo, how would you use them to help others?
Why do you think teamwork is important in 'Saving the Whole Wide World'?
How do the characters in the book deal with challenges and what can we learn from them?
What is your favorite part of the book and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the qualities that make a good friend while discussing Hilo's relationships.
Draw parallels between the fictional challenges in the book and real-life situations your child might face, enhancing their problem-solving skills.
Discuss the outcomes of teamwork in the book, and ask your child about times they have worked with others to achieve a goal.
After reading, use creative activities such as drawing or role-playing to help your child express their favorite moments or characters from the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: Throughout the book, Hilo and his friends work together to overcome challenges, demonstrating the power of collaboration and support among friends.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to value and nurture their friendships, understanding that working together can help solve problems they face in school or on the playground.
Example Lesson: Embracing differences
Explanation: Hilo's adventures show him interacting with a variety of characters, each with unique abilities and personalities, teaching acceptance and appreciation of differences.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to be open and accepting towards people who might appear different, promoting inclusivity in their own social interactions.
Example Lesson: Courage and resilience
Explanation: The characters frequently face seemingly insurmountable obstacles but manage to persevere through courage and determination.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of facing their fears and the importance of not giving up, whether it's trying again after a failed attempt or standing up for what they believe in.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The book features various scenarios where characters must use their wits and resources to navigate challenges, spotlighting critical thinking and creativity.
Real-World Application: Kids are inspired to apply problem-solving skills to their day-to-day challenges, enhancing their ability to think critically and creatively in academic and social settings.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: As characters interact and reveal their fears and hopes, the story underscores the importance of listening and empathizing with others' perspectives.
Real-World Application: This promotes empathy in children, helping them understand and connect with the emotions and situations of others, building stronger, more empathetic interpersonal relationships.