Shoo, Caveflies! (Geronimo Stilton Cavemice #14)
#14 of 15 in Geronimo Stilton And The Kingdom Of Fantasy Series
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What’s inside...
When their cousin is stung by a snoozer fly and falls into a deep sleep, Geronimo and Thea set out in search of the antidote from the putrid pee-yoo flower. Meanwhile, cavemouse Geronimo Stiltonoot faces one prehistoric problem after another in his daily life. Geronimo's cousin, Trap Stiltonoot, is stung by a dangerous cavefly, causing him to fall into a deep sleep. To cure him, Geronimo and Thea must seek out the petals of the pink stinkrose, a rare and smelly flower that only grows on a very high peak. They face many challenges on their quest to find the flower and cure Trap, hoping to make it without going extinct on the way.
Character compass
Geronimo Stilton
Benjamin Stilton
Trap Stilton
Thea Stilton
Discussion points
What do you think Geronimo Stilton learned on his adventure with the caveflies?
How did Geronimo and his friends work together to solve problems they encountered?
What would you have done if you were in Geronimo's situation with the caveflies?
How do you think the setting of the story, being in caves, affects the adventures they have?
Can you think of a time when you worked with friends to solve a difficult problem, like Geronimo?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story by asking open-ended questions. Provide positive reinforcement for their interpretations to foster a deeper connection with reading. Relate the challenges faced by Geronimo and his friends to real-life situations your child may encounter, enhancing their empathy and problem-solving skills. Discuss the teamwork aspect of the story to highlight the importance of collaboration and friendship.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: In 'Shoo, Caveflies!', Geronimo Stilton and his friends work together to solve the mystery of the caveflies. Their collaborative efforts show how teamwork can overcome challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can apply the importance of teamwork in their daily activities such as group projects in school or sports, learning that cooperation can lead to success.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Throughout the story, Geronimo faces his fears of the unknown and takes brave actions to protect the cave world. His courage in facing fears head-on is a central theme.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be brave when encountering new or intimidating situations, whether it’s trying out a new activity or standing up for what’s right.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The book highlights the use of clever thinking and problem-solving skills by Geronimo and his companions to deal with the caveflies.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to use critical thinking and creativity to solve problems they face in school or in their personal lives.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Geronimo Stilton demonstrates resilience by persisting in his quest despite various setbacks.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of persistence and resilience in achieving goals, helping them to not easily give up when faced with difficulties.