About This Book
"Tongue-Tied!" is a collection of eight short stories by beloved Australian author Paul Jennings, known for his quirky humor and surprising endings. Aimed at children aged 4-11, these tales blend realistic scenarios like moving or sibling rivalry with fantastical elements such as glowing teeth, smell detectors, or enchanted glasses. While many stories are purely entertaining and humorous, some delve into deeper emotional themes like grief, guilt, and the search for identity, offering opportunities for discussion. The short, engaging chapters make it an excellent choice for reluctant readers or for reading aloud.
Have you ever . . . swallowed a live fish? seen bugs in hailstones? had luminous teeth? used a smell-detector? been a ghost? No? Then read about kids who have - eight twisted tales to leave you tongue-tied! By the master of madness - The one and only Paul Jennings
Concepts
Friendship & LoyaltySadness & GriefShame & GuiltSelf-Confidence & IdentityJoy & GratitudeCuriosity & WonderResilience & PerseveranceLove & FamilyCreativity & ImaginationEmpathy & KindnessDeath of a Loved OneSibling RivalryMovingMaking FriendsBeing DifferentFamily & SiblingsFriendship & SocialSchool LifeAnimalsAdventureFantasy & Magic
Character Death
peril_danger
Scary Scenes
separation_from_parent
Discussion Prompts
1
Which story was your favorite and why?
2
In 'Shake,' Byron felt guilty after his brother's accident. Have you ever felt guilty about something you said or did? How did you deal with it?
3
Lennie in 'Lennie Lighthouse' was looking for his mother. What do you think it feels like to search for someone you've never met?
4
Jason in 'The Hat' risked a lot to get his hat back. What is something that is very important to you, and why?
5
Many of these stories have surprising endings. What makes a good twist in a story?
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