Amelia
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What’s inside...
Using the goggles that mysteriously appear on her seventh birthday, a young girl is able to experience flying in some of her father's famous model planes and to meet Amelia Earhart.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-9
Length
60 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think Amelia felt when she faced challenges? Can you think of a time you felt the same?
What are some ways Amelia showed kindness to others in the story? Why is it important to be kind?
Amelia had to make a tough decision in the book. What would you have done if you were in her place?
How did Amelia change from the beginning of the book to the end? What do you think caused those changes?
If you could ask Amelia one question, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, use reflective listening to show empathy towards your child’s feelings and thoughts.
Encourage your child to draw parallels to their own experiences, which helps them connect more deeply with Amelia's journey.
Point out specific instances of Amelia’s behavior and decisions in the story to guide your child to understand the character's development.
Encourage your child to imagine alternative endings or different choices the characters could have made to engage their creative thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and perseverance
Explanation: Amelia, the main character, shows courage and perseverance as she faces various challenges during her adventures. Her resilience is demonstrated through her determination to solve problems she encounters.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to face their own challenges with bravery and not give up easily, whether it's trying out for a sports team, standing up to a bully, or mastering a new skill.
Example Lesson: Friendship and cooperation
Explanation: Throughout the story, Amelia works together with her friends to overcome obstacles, illustrating the importance of teamwork and how cooperation can lead to success.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to appreciate the value of working together and supporting one another in group tasks at school or during play.
Example Lesson: Creativity and problem solving
Explanation: Amelia often comes up with creative solutions to problems, demonstrating the role of creative thinking in problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to think outside the box and use their imagination to tackle everyday problems or school projects creatively.
Example Lesson: Kindness and empathy
Explanation: The protagonist frequently shows kindness to her peers and even to characters who are initially unkind to her, teaching the importance of empathy.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the impact of their actions and words on others, promoting empathy and kindness in their interactions.