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This installment of the bestselling Tom Gates series follows Tom as he grapples with making decisions, particularly when his mom decides it's time to tidy the house. If Tom can't choose what to keep and what to discard, his mom will do it for him, which he fears will be catastrophic. The story is filled with Tom's signature doodles, witty observations, and relatable family dynamics, including his often-grumpy sister Delia. His friends, The Fossils, also play a key role in his escapades. Ideal for early to late elementary readers (ages 7-10), this book offers pure entertainment while subtly touching on themes of decision-making, family relationships, and friendship.
The laugh-out-loud Tom Gates is back in another brilliant instalment of Liz Pichon's bestselling illustrated series. Sometimes making up my mind isn't easy to do. Especially when my grumpy sister Delia is LOOMING over me. Mum's on a mission to TIDY UP the whole house. She says if I can't decide what to get rid of, she'll do it for me. Which would be a DISASTER! Lucky for me, The FOSSILS come to my rescue (more than once!)
Discussion Prompts
1
What are some tough decisions you've had to make? How did you decide?
2
Have you ever had to tidy up your room or house? What was easy or hard about it?
3
How does Tom feel about his sister, Delia? How do you get along with your siblings or friends?
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What makes The Fossils such good friends to Tom?
5
If you had to get rid of some of your belongings, what would be the hardest things to part with and why?
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