The Catastrophic Friendship Fails of Lottie Brooks
#2 of 6 in Lottie Brooks Series
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What’s inside...
The hilarious new sequel to The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks by the bestselling creator of Hurrah for Gin. Lottie Brooks is back for spring term at secondary school and ready to face anything. No more trying to impress mean girl Amber. And absolutely no more being nicknamed Cucumber Girl. A lead role in the spring musical gives Lottie a chance to dazzle her mega-crush Daniel with her talent as a singing crab but it's not all singing and dancing at Kingswood High. Lottie's friendship with Molly and Jess seems to be falling apart no matter how hard she tries to keep her BFFs together. Is Lottie on track for another epic friendship fail?
Character compass
Lottie Brooks
Discussion points
What do you think Lottie learned from her friendship challenges?
How would you handle a similar situation as Lottie did with her friends?
Why do you think friendships are important in school?
Can you think of a time when you had a disagreement with a friend? How did you solve it?
How do you think Lottie could have improved her friendships?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use a gentle tone, showing understanding and patience while discussing the book’s themes.
Relate scenarios from the book to real-life situations your child might face to make the conversation more relevant.
Ask follow-up questions based on your child’s responses to encourage deeper thinking and connection to personal experiences.
Affirm your child's feelings and perspectives to promote an open and trustful dialogue.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of empathy
Explanation: Lottie Brooks learns to understand the feelings of her friends as they navigate typical middle school challenges, fostering empathy through her experiences.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by being mindful of their classmates' emotions and situations, promoting a more inclusive and supportive peer environment.
Example Lesson: Consequences of actions
Explanation: The story demonstrates how Lottie’s actions affect her relationships, teaching that choices have impacts.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children think twice before acting and consider the potential consequences of their actions on others.
Example Lesson: Value of communication
Explanation: Misunderstandings in the book are often resolved through open and honest communication, showcasing its importance.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to express their feelings and thoughts openly to avoid misunderstandings and build stronger relationships.
Example Lesson: Resilience in adversity
Explanation: Lottie faces various setbacks, but her resilience in coping and overcoming difficulties is a key theme.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to persevere through their own challenges, whether academic, social, or personal.
Example Lesson: Recognizing and celebrating differences
Explanation: As Lottie interacts with diverse characters, the narrative celebrates individual differences and encourages acceptance.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and embrace diversity among their peers, enhancing social harmony.