A Perfect Time for Pandas (Magic Tree House (R) Merlin Mission)
#20 of 27 in Magic Tree House (R) Merlin Mission Series
What’s inside...
Jack and Annie are ready for their next adventure in the Magic Tree House series. They have to find a certain kind of food to save Merlin's penguin, Penny. The magic tree house takes them to a village in southeast China, near a panda reserve. However, they arrive on the day of a historic earthquake. Amidst danger, mystery, and magic, Jack and Annie must survive the quake, rescue the pandas, and return to the tree house to complete their quest. This adventure is filled with excitement and challenges, continuing the bestselling Magic Tree House series tradition.
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Discussion points
What do you think about Jack and Annie's adventure in China? How did it make you feel?
Pandas are important in the story. What do you think makes pandas special?
If you could use the magic tree house to visit any place, where would you go and why?
Jack and Annie faced some challenges in the book. Can you think of a time when you faced a challenge and how you handled it?
What did you learn about friendship and helping others from this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story by relating it to their own experiences. Ask them to imagine being in Jack and Annie’s shoes and explore different outcomes. Prompt them to think about the significance of pandas and other endangered animals, fostering a discussion on conservation. Use the setting of China to talk about different cultures and the importance of understanding and respecting them. Highlight the problem-solving and teamwork displayed by the characters, discussing its importance in real life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: In 'A Perfect Time for Pandas', the characters Jack and Annie find themselves in a new environment where they quickly learn to adapt to challenging situations involving rescuing pandas.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of being flexible and adjusting to new situations, whether it be at school, home, or in social settings.
Example Lesson: Caring for Nature
Explanation: Throughout the book, Jack and Annie embark on a mission to save pandas from danger, showing compassion and care for animals and the environment.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to appreciate and advocate for wildlife conservation and teaches them the importance of respecting and preserving our natural surroundings.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The success of their mission largely depends on Jack and Annie working together, illustrating the power of cooperation and collective effort.
Real-World Application: Children are reminded of the value of teamwork in achieving common goals, be it during group projects at school or while playing sports.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Faced with unknown challenges, the characters display bravery as they venture to help the pandas, demonstrating that sometimes it’s necessary to face fears to help others.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to be brave when confronting their fears and encourages them to take bold steps in difficult situations.