About This Book
In 'Hotel Bruce,' the perpetually grumpy bear Bruce returns from a southern migration with his goslings, only to discover his peaceful den has been converted into a lively, chaotic hotel by three enterprising mice. The story follows Bruce's increasingly frustrated attempts to reclaim his home amidst a flurry of animal guests, including a possum pillow fight and a fox with questionable culinary intentions. His own goslings even join the hotel staff, adding to the delightful mayhem. This humorous picture book, suitable for ages 4-11, explores themes of sharing, unexpected guests, and dealing with big feelings like grumpiness, all wrapped in a wonderfully whimsical package.
When Bruce gets home from a southern migration trip with his goslings, he is tired. He is grumpy. And he is definitely not in the mood to share his home with the trio of mice who have turned his den into a hotel.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How do you think Bruce felt when he saw his den had become a hotel? Have you ever felt that way when something unexpected happened?
2
The mice were very determined to keep their hotel running. What does 'determined' mean, and why is it sometimes a good quality?
3
What are some ways Bruce could have handled his frustration differently? What would you do if your home was taken over?
4
The goslings decided to help the mice. Why do you think they did that? Was it a good idea?
5
What does it mean to be a good host or a good guest? What rules might a hotel like Bruce's need?
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