Is "What Did You Do at School Today?" by C.C. Lacavera suitable for adults, too?

[Melisa Jane]

This is a discussion topic for the November 2024 Book of the Month, "What Did You Do at School Today?" by C.C. Lacavera

Is "What Did You Do at School Today?" by C.C. Lacavera suitable for adults, too?

[Bruin Dez]

I would not recommend this book to all adults because it is more suited for adults who would read this to young children. This could be a school teacher, librarian, or family member who would ask this question to school-aged children.

I do think that the message for adults is that the answer to this question does not always need to be about math, reading, writing, etc. Let the child use their imagination to engage in conversation after a day at school.

[Deretha Thompson]

I believe its suitable for adults who want to read to their kids or siblings. The book contains more of content for children though it teaches some parental tips.

[Carissa Joan Simpson]

What Did You Do at School Today? is perfect for adults who have young children in their lives. The book offers inspiration to parents who may not know how to engage their child after a long school day and gives guidance on what kind of questions to ask to learn more about your child's life.

[Alice Fu]

I think this book is suitable for some adults, but not others. It is a great way to bond with younger people in their lives that they want to care for

[Sarah Zain]

Suitable for adults who deal with children, whether parents or teachers in the field of education or upbringing in general, it will be useful.

[Christal Merkey]

If you have any young person in your life, or know someone who does, and we all do, then this is for you.

[Justin Christensen]

I tend to think that adults are really nothing but very tall children, so I would lean towards yes this book is suitable for adults as well. As other posters have pointed out though, it might be more valuable for adults with children in their lives. A single adult who hasn't been to school in a decade might be able to live vicariously through this book, but reading it to my kids seems a bit more fulfilling.

[Pablo Josue Mendia]

The book is also suitable for adults to the extent that they can interact with children through the questions that the book has. But aside from that, I would say no.

[Atieno Magero]

I think adults who have children in their lives can read this book to them. Ot.herwise I don't think many adults would enjoy reading this book

[Omneya Shakeep]

I think it is suitable for adults who interact with children, such as parents, teachers, grandparents, librarians, and instructors at daycares. The tips in the book can benefit both adults and children.

[Ike Kass]

I think that this book is suitable for everyone. From young adults to old people. It will be fun

[Corinna Borsato]

As parents should always practice empathy and consider the perspective of their children, I believe they should always consider how a book can teach something to young minds. To do that, they should read it themselves, judging with their own eyes. More than that, reading is also a bonding experience that should be done together. Bedtime stories are a fundamental part of the life of a child and bring parents and children closer.
As a last point, What did you do at school today?, as many other children books, is a highly suitable read for those learning English as a second language.

[Magdalyne chebet]

The best audience for this book are parents and young children. While primarily for children, adults can enjoy it too, especially for fostering communication and understanding with their children through engaging questions.

[Natalie MT]

There's no real reason an adult couldn't read this book, but I think it's more valuable when trying to start a conversation with a child. The question of "what did you do at school today?" is really hard for a kid to answer sometimes, and I wonder how much of that is just undeveloped memory systems. This book does a great job prompting and pulling out meaningful answers, which is something most adults already have practice with.