About This Book
In 'Midnight Soup and a Witch's Hat,' Becky eagerly anticipates a week of one-on-one time with her father in Oregon. However, her hopes are dashed when she discovers she'll be sharing him with his friend Rosellen and Rosellen's six-year-old daughter, who is quite spoiled. The story explores Becky's feelings of jealousy, frustration, and displacement as she navigates this new, unexpected family dynamic. The 'witchcraft' element, hinted at in the title, likely serves as an imaginative coping mechanism or a playful distraction for Becky, adding a unique layer to this realistic family drama. It's a gentle chapter book suitable for children aged 6-9, offering a relatable narrative about adjusting to change and finding one's voice amidst new social situations.
Having anticipated a whole week with her father in Oregon, Becky arrives to find that she has to share her dad with his friend Rosellen and her spoiled six-year-old daughter.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How do you think Becky felt when she found out she wouldn't have her dad all to herself?
2
Have you ever had to share something or someone you really wanted to have to yourself? How did that feel?
3
What are some ways Becky tried to cope with her feelings about Rosellen's daughter?
4
If you were Becky, what would you do to make the best of the situation?
5
What do you think the 'witch's hat' and 'midnight soup' might symbolize in the story?
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