About This Book
The Graves Family tells the story of an unusual family, complete with a secret laboratory, a pet Venus flytrap, and a penchant for the macabre, as they move to a very "normal" Union City. Their attempts to be friendly often go awry, leading to comical misunderstandings and terrified neighbors. However, the Miller children next door, Seth and Sara, see past the spooky exterior and bravely try to help the Graves family find acceptance. This heartwarming and humorous chapter book explores themes of belonging, embracing differences, and the true meaning of friendship, all wrapped in Patricia Polacco's distinctive storytelling. It's perfect for sparking conversations about empathy and not judging a book by its cover.
When the spooky Graves family moves to town and tries to fit in with the "normal" residents of Union City, everyone is in for a few surprises.
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Discussion Prompts
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How do the Graves family try to fit in? What goes wrong?
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Why do the neighbors react the way they do to the Graves family?
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What makes Seth and Sara different from the other neighbors?
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What does it mean to be "normal"? Is it good to be different?
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Have you ever felt like you didn't fit in? What helped you?
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What can we learn about friendship from this story?
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