Exploring Christmas Traditions

1. What leads many families to prioritize festive feasts and the exchange of gifts during Christmas over its spiritual essence? Is this universal among families, or do some embrace different traditions? What unique celebrations do others observe?

Literary Comparisons and Themes

2. Discover other tales where young adults compassionately navigate interactions with challenging relatives like Aunt Florrie. How do these narratives stand in comparison to this particular story?

Examining Westall's Works

3. Delve into Christmas Cat and Christmas Ghost, books penned by Westall around the same era as "Aunt Florrie." Do they resonate with the same sentiments found in "Aunt Florrie"? Do they enrich our understanding of Westall's outlook on Christmas?

Preferred Formats: Stories vs. Novels

4. Westall is well-versed in crafting short stories for young adults. Do you find his short stories more appealing than his novels, or vice versa? What guides your preference?

Father-Son Dynamics in Westall's Tales

5. Identify other father-son dynamics within Westall’s repertoire. Are any reminiscent of the bond portrayed in "Aunt Florrie"? Does this story epitomize the father-son relationship theme in his works?

The Role of Home in Westall's Narratives

6. To what extent does the setting of the home influence the unfolding events in "Aunt Florrie"? How does Westall utilize domestic spaces in his other stories, and do they mirror the one depicted in "Aunt Florrie"?