When MikeÕs mom picks him from school, she asks the same question, ÒSo, how was school today?Ó Luckily, Mike always has some cool stories to tell. In the book How Was School Today? Ñ Mike tells us 10 of his stories. Mike talks about his friends falling into funny moments, coping with sad situations, and interacting with their teachers and their strict principal who has absolutely no sense of humor.
These stories are real because they are based on realistic school events/ situations, viewed through the eyes of an ordinary child. Therefore, young readers of similar age will be able to: relate to the plots, compare them to their own school stories and identify themselves with the characters. Each story is focused on a specific subject or event and Òteaches something newÓ using a subtle, easy-going, nonÐdidactical manner. WhatÕs more important is that these stories just as easily also teach children Òmoral valuesÓ, such as compassion, tolerance, understanding and acceptance of different views and cultures. Similarly, the stories emphasize unexpected bravery, love for living creatures, protection of the weak, recognizing and enjoying beauty, and other qualities for learning.