The Angry Birds Movie Official Guidebook
Angry Birds Series
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What’s inside...
Red, a perpetually angry resident of Bird Island, reluctantly (but only at first) takes readers on a tour of his island. Soon enough his pride in his home and the flock shines through. Arranged in four sections, readers get a taste of island life, Red-style. They see what the day-to-day is like, are introduced to some colorful members of the flock, learn all about Red's inner circle of Angry Birds, and get a sneak peek at life on Pig Island all by way of colorful maps, cool character profiles, funny quizzes, and silly trivia. The Angry Birds Movie, based on the international video game phenomenon, arrives in theaters spring 2016. With a star-studded cast that includes Jason Sudekis, Josh Gad, Maya Rudolph, and Peter Dinklage, this film will finally answer the question: why are the birds so angry?
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
160 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Red
Bomb
Chuck
Mighty Eagle
Queen Matilda
Leonard
Discussion points
What do you think made the birds so angry, and how do they handle their feelings?
If you were Red, how would you have solved the problem with the pigs?
Can you identify a time when you felt like Bomb and everything seemed to explode? What did you learn from that experience?
What does friendship mean to the characters in this story, and why is it important?
How do you think understanding and empathy could have changed the story’s outcome?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings by relating to the characters’ experiences. Discuss the different emotions displayed in the book and ask your child how they might feel in similar situations. Highlight the importance of empathy by considering the story from multiple perspectives, such as the pigs’ point of view. Use the book’s vibrant illustrations to talk about the effect of colors on emotions and storytelling. Lastly, reinforce positive conflict resolution by brainstorming alternative endings to the story together.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: The main characters in 'The Angry Birds Movie Official Guidebook' learn to work together to solve problems and protect their community, demonstrating the power of collaboration.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to collaborate and achieve shared goals with others.
Example Lesson: Handling emotions
Explanation: The book illustrates how different characters manage their anger and frustration, providing a platform to discuss emotional regulation.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to recognize and express their feelings in a constructive manner, helping them navigate social interactions and personal challenges.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of challenges
Explanation: As the birds face threats from their enemies, they show determination and resilience, never giving up despite setbacks.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to persevere through their own difficulties, whether it be solving a tough math problem or learning a new skill.