Trickery School
#2 of 4 in Casey Grimes Series
What’s inside...
In this 'gripping fantasy adventure' (The Wishing Shelf Book Awards), twelve-year-old Casey Grimes begins his studies at Trickery School, one of America's premier monster-control academies located in the heart of Sylvan Woods. Along with his sister Gloria, Casey navigates challenging classes such as Extreme Climbing and Land Creature Defense, while also grappling with a newly reintroduced magic curriculum causing controversy. However, Casey soon realizes that he has bigger problems as he discovers a mysterious and cunning enemy targeting him, more dangerous than any creature he's encountered. As the shadowy adversary closes in, Casey must use all his courage and tenacity to uncover the reasons behind the deadly threat and protect himself and his loved ones.
Discussion points
What did you think about the different tricks the characters learned at Trickery School?
How did the characters change after they learned their tricks?
Why do you think the characters wanted to learn tricks?
Which trick was your favorite and why?
How did the tricks affect the relationships between the characters?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to elaborate on their answers, asking follow-up questions for deeper understanding.
Relate the discussions to your child’s experiences by comparing the tricks in the book to fun games or pranks they might know or have experienced.
Highlight the moral or lesson the characters learn from their experiences to connect the story to real-life values.
Praise your child’s insights or connections they draw from the book to boost their confidence in expressing their views.
Ask your child if they were in the same situations, what tricks would they use or avoid, to encourage critical thinking and personal reflection.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of honesty
Explanation: In 'Trickery School', the main character learns through various challenges that being truthful is more rewarding than deceiving others.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by understanding the value of honesty in their interactions with friends and family, fostering trust and strong relationships.
Example Lesson: The power of teamwork
Explanation: The story showcases characters who achieve greater success by working together rather than individually, illustrating the effectiveness of collaboration.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be applied in group activities at school or in sports, teaching kids the benefits of cooperating and valuing each team member's contribution.
Example Lesson: Resilience in facing challenges
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters encounter setbacks but learn to overcome them through persistence and creative thinking.
Real-World Application: Children learn to apply resilience by not giving up when facing difficulties in schoolwork or personal goals, understanding that perseverance leads to success.