About This Book
"The Last Kids on Earth" introduces Jack Sullivan, a thirteen-year-old foster child who finds himself abandoned in a humorous, cartoonish apocalypse filled with zombies and campy monsters. Rather than despair, Jack embraces his newfound freedom, junk food, and video games, forming an unlikely team with his classmates Quint, June, and Dirk. Together, they fight off creatures, navigate their new world from a tree house, and embark on a grand adventure. This series is known for its lighthearted tone, strong emphasis on friendship and teamwork, and engaging illustrations, making it a New York Times and USA Today bestseller. It's ideal for middle schoolers who enjoy action, humor, and stories about kids overcoming challenges.
Concepts
Resilience & PerseveranceFriendship & LoyaltyTeamwork & CollaborationFear & BraverySelf-Confidence & IdentityCuriosity & WonderGood vs. EvilFreedom & IndependenceJoy & GratitudeLoneliness & BelongingBeing DifferentMaking FriendsGrowing UpAdoption & Foster CareMonstersSurvival & WildernessFriendship & SocialSchool LifeCoding & TechnologyScience Experiments
Scary Scenes
peril_danger
Violence
abandonment
Discussion Prompts
1
How does Jack's optimistic attitude help him survive and thrive in the apocalypse?
2
What qualities does each member of Jack's team bring to their group, and why is teamwork so important for them?
3
If you were one of the last kids on Earth, what would be the first thing you would do, and who would you want on your team?
4
The book treats a scary situation with humor. How does humor help the characters cope with their challenges?
5
What does the story teach us about friendship and finding your place, even in unusual circumstances?
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