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Remember Me, Daphne
Last updated Sunday, October 4, 2026
Author: Celia Krampien
Date of Publication: 2026
ISBN: 1665962410
Grade Level: 4th (GLCs: Click here for grade level guidelines.)
Date(s) Used: Oct. 2026
Synopsis:
When a new family moves into the creepy old house across the street, sixth-grader Flora finds her wish for a best-best friend has come true. Her new neighbor Mac is sweet and charismatic. With Mac by her side, Flora feels like the upcoming school year will be a fresh start for her - no more anxious or klutzy Flora!
But despite their new friendship, not all is perfect. Mac fits in better with their classmates than Flora ever did. Mac's family seems to be holding back a big secret, something about a mysterious ex-best friend named Daphne who Mac won't ever talk about. And Mac's little brother, Danny, gives Flora the creeps. Strange things keep happening whenever he's around.
Is Flora's mind playing tricks? Or could it be that Mac's house is as haunted as it looks?
| Note to readers: |
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This is not a graphic novel, but it does have many illustrations. You might want to read the first chapter and then
move on to chapter 3 where the character of Daphne is introduced.
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| Discussion topics for before reading: |
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The house across the street is creepy. If you lived across from a house like that, would you want to explore it or stay away?
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This story talks about a girl meeting a new best friend who makes her feel less worried and clumsy. Why do you think a good friend can make us feel better about ourselves or feel braver?
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What are the things you like about your best friend?
Vocabulary
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Pounce: To jump or swoop down in order to grab or take something.
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Foe: Personal enemy. Someone who wishes bad things on someone. (Opposite of friend).
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Lingering: To stay or be slow to leave.
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Mantra: A short phrase or a word that you repeat to yourself to stay calm, focused or positive.
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Bonded: When a feeling or shared interest brings people together.
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Constellation: A group of stars in the sky that people think looks like- and is named after an animal or object. Example: The Big Dipper.
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Flora: The plants that grow in a particular place. Example: Scientists studying the flora of the Mojave Desert. Often used with Fauna—the animals of a particular place.
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| Discussion topics for during/after reading: |
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How does Flora feel when Mac starts fitting in fast with the other kids at school? Have you ever felt left out when a friend made a new friend? How did you handle it?
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Strange things happen when Mac’s little brother Danny is around. Did you think something magical or ghostly was happening?
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Mac keeps a secret about a past friend Daphne. Is it OK to keep a secret from your best friend, or do you think best friends should tell each other everything?
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Flora thinks she is not brave. What are some things she does that show that she is brave?
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| Craft ideas: |
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Make a Best Friend Wanted poster- be creative!
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Have students design a spooky house.
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Design a Bravery Badge for Flora.
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| Special activities: |
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Do the Word Search
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*Note: These craft ideas are just suggestions.
You can use them, but you don't have to use them.
You can expand upon them, or add your own twist.
Remember, though, that the focus of your time should
not be on the development and execution of a craft;
the focus should be on the read-aloud and the
enjoyment of the book!
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