Sunny G's Series of Rash Decisions
#1 in Sunny G's Series
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What’s inside...
For fans of Sandhya Menon and Adam Silvera, a prom-night romantic-comedy romp about a Sikh teen's search for love and identity. Sunny G's brother left him a notebook filled with rash decisions, the first being to abandon his Sikh identity by cutting his hair and shaving his beard. On prom night, Sunny debuts his new look and finds himself alone, skipping a big fandom party for the prom experience which turns lackluster. That is, until he crosses paths with Mindii Vang, who steals his notebook and leads him on an unforgettable all-night adventure filled with life-changing decisions.
Character compass
Sunny Gill
Mindii Vang
Discussion points
What do you think Sunny G learned after making those decisions?
How would you have handled the situations differently than Sunny G?
Can you think of a time when you had to make a tough choice? What did you decide?
Why do you think understanding consequences is important before making a decision?
How did Sunny G's decisions affect the characters around him?
Tip: Role play these questions
Highlight the impact of Sunny G's decisions to emphasize the importance of thinking things through.
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences, making the discussion more personal and impactful.
Use pauses after each question to give your child time to think and express their thoughts fully.
Reinforce that it's okay to make mistakes as long as we learn from them, just like Sunny G.
Praise your child for sharing their thoughts and ideas, fostering an open and supportive conversation atmosphere.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding Consequences
Explanation: Throughout the series, Sunny G makes various rash decisions which lead to both positive and negative outcomes, effectively illustrating the cause and effect relationship.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by thinking through their decisions in everyday situations, such as sharing with siblings or choosing homework over playtime, to foresee possible consequences.
Example Lesson: Importance of Responsibility
Explanation: Sunny G is often tasked with rectifying the situations caused by his decisions, teaching the value of taking responsibility for one’s actions.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to own their actions and responsibilities, such as completing their chores or apologizing when they've made a mistake.
Example Lesson: Value of Friendship
Explanation: The series highlights how Sunny’s friends react and support him through his series of decisions, underscoring the strength and importance of supportive relationships.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to value and nurture their friendships, understanding that loyalty and support are foundational elements of any relationship.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: As Sunny navigates the repercussions of his decisions, he creatively solves problems, offering a blueprint for critical thinking.
Real-World Application: Kids can enhance their problem-solving skills by facing puzzles or challenges in their day-to-day life, using creative solutions to overcome them.