The Last Kids on Earth and the Midnight Blade
#5 of 9 in The Last Kids on Earth Series
What’s inside...
Surviving their first winter after the Monster Apocalypse was no easy feat, yet Jack and his buddies waste no time springing to action against some of the nastiest, most evil monsters around. When Jack discovers his Louisville Slicer has new, otherworldly powers, he's thrown into epic training to find out what kind of destruction the blade can wield. But between fighting off zombies, fleeing from strange, glowy Vine-Thingies erupting from the ground, and squeezing in a video game session or two, there's barely time left to figure out what's wrong with their buddy, Dirk, who's been acting weird any time he's around the undead. Now a Netflix original series! A New York Times and USA Today bestselling series, with over two million copies in print! The 5th book of the New York Times bestselling series!
Character compass
Jack Sullivan
June Del Toro
Dirk Savage
Quint Baker
Bardle
Thrull
Discussion points
How do you think Jack and his friends felt when they faced the monsters? What would you do if you were in their shoes?
In what ways do the kids in the story work together to overcome challenges? Can you think of a time when you worked with others to solve a problem?
What do you think is the importance of friendship in the story? How do the characters' friendships help them cope with their adventures?
Why do you think the Midnight Blade is so important in the story? What does it represent for the characters?
If you could have any gadget from the book, which one would you choose and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Allow your child to express their thoughts freely without interruption as they answer, providing a supportive and open environment for discussion.
Relate the characters’ experiences to real-life situations your child may encounter, enhancing their connection to the story.
Emphasize the value of teamwork and friendship highlighted in the book, encouraging your child to share personal experiences of collaboration and mutual support.
Further the discussion by asking your child how they might use the traits of their favorite character in their own life, fostering a deeper understanding and personal connection with the storyline.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: Throughout the story, the young protagonists must work together to overcome obstacles and defeat monsters. Their collaboration and mutual support are key to their survival and success.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by engaging in group activities where cooperation is essential, enhancing their ability to work well with others in school projects or sports teams.
Example Lesson: Resilience in adversity
Explanation: The characters constantly face daunting challenges but demonstrate resilience by bouncing back and finding creative solutions to their problems.
Real-World Application: This book can teach children to remain determined and optimistic even when faced with difficulties, promoting perseverance when tackling their educational goals or personal challenges.
Example Lesson: Creative problem-solving
Explanation: The protagonists often use innovative thinking to navigate through their adventures, showing that thinking outside the box can be a powerful tool.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think creatively in their everyday problem-solving, whether it’s navigating social interactions or inventing new games to play.
Example Lesson: The value of friendship
Explanation: Strong, supportive friendships are highlighted as critical to the characters' survival and emotional well-being.
Real-World Application: This emphasizes the importance of nurturing and valuing friendships in a child’s life, helping them build strong, supportive relationships.