A Wishing-Chair Adventure: Home for Half-Term
#9 of 11 in The Wishing-Chair Series
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What’s inside...
In 'A Wishing-Chair Adventure: Home for Half-Term', Mollie and Peter are excited to use their magical Wishing-Chair to embark on an adventure during their half-term break from school. Their chair takes them on an unexpected journey to magical lands where they face challenges and make new friends. This full-color short story is part of the enchanting Wishing-Chair series, perfect for new readers who want to be whisked away to a world of magic and adventure. Other stories in the series include 'The Royal Birthday Party', 'Off on a Holiday Adventure', 'A Daring School Rescue', 'The Witch's Lost Cat', 'A Summertime Mystery', 'The Goblin and the Lost Ring', and 'Santa Claus and the Wishing-Chair'.
Character compass
Mollie
Chinky
Peter
Discussion points
What would you wish for if you had a magic chair like in the story, and why?
How did the characters show kindness and teamwork throughout their adventure?
If you could visit any of the magical lands from the book, which one would you choose and what would you do there?
How do you think the story would change if you were one of the characters?
What is the most important lesson you learned from this book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to use their imagination by asking them to describe or draw a new magical land that could be part of the Wishing-Chair series.
Discuss the actions of different characters and ask your child how they would react in similar situations to deepen their empathetic understanding.
After reading, engage in a creative activity like crafting your own mini Wishing-Chair or writing a short adventure story inspired by the book.
Link themes from the book to real-life scenarios that your child might encounter to help them apply the morals and lessons learned.
Celebrate reading by planning a 'Wishing-Chair Adventure Day' where you and your child read together and do themed activities based on the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: In the story, characters work together to solve problems and navigate their adventures, demonstrating how collaboration leads to success.
Real-World Application: Children learn to cooperate with others, share responsibilities, and achieve common goals, skills essential for group projects at school and family tasks at home.
Example Lesson: Value of courage and bravery
Explanation: The characters often face challenging situations that require bravery to overcome. Their courage in facing the unknown shows children that it's okay to be scared, and it's noble to try.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face their fears, whether it’s trying out for a school play, standing up against bullying, or dealing with a new environment.
Example Lesson: Consequences of actions
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters experience the consequences of their choices, whether good or bad, teaching readers about accountability.
Real-World Application: Children are reminded that their actions have impacts, helping them to make thoughtful decisions and act responsibly in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Using imagination
Explanation: The fantastical elements of the 'Wishing-Chair' foster a strong sense of imagination in readers as characters explore magical lands.
Real-World Application: Stimulating children's imagination aids in creative thinking and problem-solving abilities which can enhance their academic and social skills.
Example Lesson: Persistence pays off
Explanation: Characters frequently face setbacks in their adventures, but by persevering, they ultimately reach their goals, showing the merits of not giving up.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the importance of persistence in overcoming challenges, be it in learning a new skill, improving in sports, or mastering a subject at school.