Waking the Monsters: Hilo Book 4
#4 of 10 in Hilo Series
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What’s inside...
Dog Man meets Big Nate in HILO-the hilarious New York Times bestselling graphic novel series that kids and robots love! DJ and Gina are ordinary kids, but Hilo isn’t. Mega Robot Monsters are waking up all over and are too strong for Hilo to fight alone. With Gina and new superpowers, they strive to save their world from these monsters, while Hilo gets closer to discovering the dark secret of his past.
Character compass
Hilo
Izzy
D.j.
Gina
Discussion points
How did Hilo's actions show the importance of bravery and friendship? Can you think of a time when you were brave like Hilo?
What do you think about Gina and DJ's teamwork throughout their adventure? How do you work together with your friends?
The monsters in the story were unique. If you could create your own monster, what would it look like and what powers would it have?
If you were a character in the story, what would you have done differently? Why?
How do you think the characters felt during their challenges? Have you ever felt the same way?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing your own thoughts about the themes discussed in the book. Acknowledge and validate your child's feelings and thoughts as they express them. Use the discussion to explore the moral lessons in the story, such as courage, friendship, and teamwork. Encourage creativity by asking your child to invent their own character or alternative storylines. Keep the conversation lighthearted and enjoyable to foster a love for reading and discussing books.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Friendship and Teamwork
Explanation: In 'Waking the Monsters,' the characters collaborate to overcome challenges, illustrating the power of working together.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of cooperation and helping each other to achieve common goals in school projects or sports teams.
Example Lesson: Courage in Facing Fears
Explanation: The characters confront frightening monsters, teaching children that bravery isn’t about the absence of fear, but about facing it.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to tackle their own fears, such as trying new activities or standing up for themselves.
Example Lesson: Importance of Perseverance
Explanation: Despite numerous setbacks, the characters keep trying. This resilience demonstrates that perseverance is key to success.
Real-World Application: Children learn to keep trying in the face of difficulties, whether in solving a tough math problem or learning a new skill.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The characters use their wits and resources to solve problems created by the monsters, showing effective problem-solving strategies.
Real-World Application: This can help children apply critical thinking to overcome challenges in their academic and personal lives.
Example Lesson: Embracing Uniqueness
Explanation: The diverse set of characters use their unique abilities to save the day, promoting the value of individual differences.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate their own unique traits and those of others, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.