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Brave Choices and Big Lessons: The Uncanny Chronicles #3.5

Our original Kayla comic book is back with a new chapter! In this issue, Kayla makes a mistake—and learns from it. Perfect for kids ages 7–10+, this story explores empathy, standing up to bullying, and what happens when good intentions don’t go as planned.

Uncanny Chronicles #3.5
Uncanny Chronicles #3.53 MB PDF

Age: 7-10+

Helpful Resources for Families

Kayla feels empathy for Dillon when she’s bullied. Learn how to encourage compassion in children: https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-raise-a-caring-child

Kayla and Emily support Dillon through a tough moment. Discover book recommendations that help build social-emotional skills and address bullying: https://www.readingrockets.org/topics/childrens-books/articles/standing-bullying-childrens-books-build-social-and-emotional-skills

Kayla bravely confronts Travis. Learn how to support kids in moving past fear and standing up for others: https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/becoming-brave-help-your-child-move-past-fear

Kayla’s attempt to teach Travis a lesson doesn’t go as planned. Find guidance on helping kids resolve conflict and deal with bullies in constructive ways: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/how-to-defend-kids-from-bullies

Bring Kayla's World to Life

Kids can keep the adventure going with our free Kayla Coloring Book! Packed with scenes from The Uncanny Chronicles, it’s a fun way for kids to express their creativity while staying connected to the story.

Get your free coloring book here:

Uncanny Chronicles Drawing Book8 MB PDF
Suggested Citation

National Center on Improving Literacy. (2019). Brave Choices and Big Lessons: The Uncanny Chronicles #3.5. https://www.improvingliteracy.org/brave-choices-big-lessons-uncanny-chronicles-3-5

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