Worst Love Spell Ever! (2) (Middle School and Other Disasters)
#2 of 4 in Middle School and Other Disasters Series
What’s inside...
In this hilarious sequel to the New York Times bestseller Worst Broommate Ever, witch-in-training Heidi Heckelbeck wants her crush, Hunter, to notice her. As Heidi settles into Broomsfield Academy, she navigates friendships, classes, and her first crush. Her friends advise her to be herself, but Heidi is tempted to use magic to make Hunter fall in love with her. With black-and-white illustrations and doodles throughout, this story explores the unpredictable results of using a love spell and the importance of being true to oneself.
Character compass
Heidi Heckelbeck
Lucy Lancaster
Discussion points
What do you think motivated the characters to use a love spell? What would you do in their situation?
How do the characters grow throughout the story? Can you relate to any of their changes or challenges?
What lessons do you think the story teaches about friendship and consequences?
If you could give advice to one of the characters, what would you say and why?
How do you think the story would change if the love spell worked exactly as intended?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their opinions and feelings about the story, reassuring them that there’s no right or wrong answer. Ask them to compare situations in the book with real-life scenarios, enhancing their ability to relate to and learn from the characters. Highlight the moral and ethical aspects of the story, prompting your child to think about the implications of actions like those in the book. Use the story as a mirror to discuss personal growth and development, asking your child to reflect on how they might handle similar situations.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility for actions
Explanation: In 'Worst Love Spell Ever!', the protagonist casts a love spell that goes awry, teaching the consequences of taking shortcuts or meddling with things without fully understanding them.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of thinking through their actions and the potential consequences, promoting responsibility in decision-making in their everyday interactions.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding others
Explanation: As the protagonist deals with the fallout from the spell, they gain insights into the feelings and perspectives of those around them.
Real-World Application: This story underscores the value of empathy, encouraging children to consider other people's emotions and viewpoints, which can help them build stronger, more understanding relationships with friends and family.
Example Lesson: Creative problem-solving
Explanation: The main character must find inventive and thoughtful ways to undo the spell, showcasing the power of creativity in solving dilemmas.
Real-World Application: By observing the character's approach to problem-solving, children can learn to apply creativity to overcome challenges in their own lives, whether at school or in social scenarios.
Example Lesson: The importance of honesty
Explanation: The chaos caused by the spell is ultimately resolved through candidness, reinforcing the importance of being honest even in difficult situations.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand that honesty can prevent and resolve conflicts, and is essential in building trust and integrity.