INSIDE THE STORY: Characters: Mrs. Bobbin: A skilled dressmaker known for her exquisite garments. Irene: Mrs. Bobbin’s courageous and determined daughter, who takes on the task of delivering the ball gown. The Duchess: The recipient of the ball gown, eagerly awaiting its arrival for the grand ball. Setting: The story takes place in a quaint […]
Story: When a Monster Is Born written by Sean Taylor
INSIDE THE STORY: Introduction: In the fantastical world of When a Monster is Born, absurdity reigns supreme. With each turn of the page, readers are plunged into a realm where monsters face outrageous choices and unexpected consequences. The Birth of a Monster: As the story begins, a new monster comes into existence, setting the stage […]
Story: The Dark written by Lemony Snicket
INSIDE THE STORY: Introduction: Laszlo, a young boy, lives in an old, creaky house where darkness seems to spread everywhere at night, causing him great fear. Fear in the Shadows: In his room, the darkness lurks in corners and under his bed, making everyday objects seem terrifying. The closet and bathroom become ominous places, shrouded […]
Story: There’s a Nightmare in My Closet written by Mercer Mayer
INSIDE THE STORY: Introduction: The story follows a young boy troubled by mysterious noises emanating from his closet every night, fueling his fear of a lurking monster. Confronting Fear: Despite his trepidation, the boy resolves to confront the source of the noises, armed with his toy gun and newfound courage. And opening the closet door […]
Story: After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again) written by Dan Santat
INSIDE THE STORY: Introduction: Introduction of Humpty Dumpty, a cheerful egg with a passion for bird watching. Description of his favorite activity: Perching atop the city wall and using binoculars to observe birds. The Fall: Depiction of the tragic accident where Humpty Dumpty falls from the city walland description of the city’s reaction and the […]
Story: Courage written by Bernard Waber
INSIDE THE STORY: Introduction to Courage: Definition of courage as encompassing everyday actions and emphasis on the diversity of courage and its presence in small, ordinary moments. Everyday Acts of Bravery: Examples such as reconciling after an argument and sleeping without a nightlight and shows illustrations of courage in mundane situations that may often go […]
Book Summary: The Monster at the End of This Book written by Jon Stone
INSIDE THE STORY: Grover’s Fear: Grover, a cute, furry monster, is terrified of monsters, especially the one at the end of the book. He directly addresses the reader, begging them not to turn the pages because he fears what might happen. Desperate Measures: Despite Grover’s pleas, the reader turns the pages, and Grover panics. He […]
Book Summary: Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman
INSIDE THE BOOK: Summary of the Book “Thinking, Fast and Slow” by Daniel Kahneman “Thinking, Fast and Slow” by Daniel Kahneman is a compelling voyage inside the human mind, investigating the two thinking systems that drive our decision-making processes. Kahneman skillfully dissects how humans think, make judgements, and reach conclusions using a combination of behavioral […]
Book Summary: Deep Work written by Cal Newport
INSIDE THE BOOK: Summary of the Book “Deep Work” is a book written by Cal Newport Prepare to have your mind blown because Cal Newport’s “Deep Work” is the ultimate guide to turbo-charging your productivity and abandoning all those distractions that have been holding you back from world dominance! Newport takes you on a voyage […]
Book Summary: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
INSIDE THE BOOK: Summary of the Book How to Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale Carnegie Dale Carnegie’s timeless self-help book “How to Win Friends and Influence People” offers helpful guidance on enhancing social and interpersonal skills. The book is broken up into four sections, each of which focuses on a distinct facet of […]