Wayside School Boxed Set: Wayside School Gets a Little Stranger, Wayside School is Falling Down, Sideway Stories from Wayside School
#1 of 4 in Wayside School Series
What’s inside...
Bestselling and Newbery Medal-winning author Louis Sachar's Wayside School series has captured the hearts of millions with its wit and humor. This ebook collection brings together the first three books, complete with hilarious stories, zany art, and a triple serving of wackiness. Over nine million readers have delighted in the absurd tales of 'Sideways Stories from Wayside School', 'Wayside School Gets a Little Stranger', and 'Wayside School Is Falling Down'. A new installment, 'Wayside School Beneath the Cloud of Doom', continues the legacy, inviting readers aged 7 to 13 to experience more laughter and fun.
Character compass
Todd
Louis
Mrs. Jewls
Miss Nogard
Principal Kidswatter
Discussion points
What would you do if you were a student at Wayside School and why?
Which character in the Wayside School series do you relate to the most and what traits do you share with them?
How do the quirky scenarios at Wayside School challenge the characters to think differently?
If you could create a story for Wayside School, what strange and funny event would you include?
How do the teachers and students at Wayside School help each other overcome unusual challenges?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by sharing your favorite character or event from the Wayside School series to spark curiosity and personal connection to the story.
Encourage your child to think creatively by asking them to imagine their own whimsical additions to Wayside School.
Utilize the humorous and unexpected events in the book to discuss the importance of adaptability and resilience in real life.
Ask open-ended questions that allow your child to express their thoughts and interpretations freely, promoting critical thinking.
Relate the teamwork in the stories to personal experiences where family or friends had to work together to solve a problem.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing Individuality
Explanation: The quirky characters in 'Wayside School' each have their unique traits and challenges. Through these characters, children learn to appreciate and embrace differences.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by celebrating their own uniqueness and accepting others' differences, fostering a more inclusive environment at school and at home.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the series, students at Wayside School encounter bizarre scenarios that require creative thinking and teamwork to resolve.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to think critically and collaboratively solve problems, skills that are essential in both academic settings and everyday life.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Despite the strange and often chaotic events that happen in Wayside School, the students adapt and continue their learning journey.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of adaptability and resilience, encouraging them to persevere through their own challenges.
Example Lesson: Humor as a coping mechanism
Explanation: The absurdity and humor in the stories help the characters deal with their unusual situations.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the value of humor in overcoming difficulties and improving their emotional and mental well-being.
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: The students at Wayside School often succeed by working together and supporting each other.
Real-World Application: This emphasizes the value of building strong, supportive relationships with peers, which can lead to better teamwork and interpersonal skills.