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Desmond Pucket Makes Monster Magic
Last updated Thursday, October 1, 2015
Author: Mark Tatulli
Date of Publication: 2013
ISBN: 1449435483
Grade Level: 4th (GLCs: Click here for grade level guidelines.)
Date(s) Used: Oct. 2015
Synopsis:
Meet Desmond Pucket--master of mayhem! Will his monster-y special effects pranks get him kicked out of middle school before the class trip to Crab Shell Pier? Or will Desmond be able to keep his monster magic in check?
This is a compelling new character that kids will love! (Amazon)
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Do you like scary books, movies, or places?
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Who is your favorite monster or ghost? Why?
Vocabulary
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Gurgly
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Gourmet
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Brochure
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Rickety
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| Discussion topics for during/after reading: |
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Have you ever played a joke/prank on someone?
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What bad things can happen if you scare someone?
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Do you prefer a Halloween "trick" or "treat"?
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