Anastasia (Golden Look-look Book)
Anastasia Krupnik Series
What’s inside...
The Russian princess Anastasia lived in a world of elegant palaces and grand parties. But during the revolution all that changed. Poor Anastasia ended up in a distant orphanage, with few memories of her past. Then her grandmother offered a reward of 10 million rubles for her safe return! Would the true Anastasia be found? Or would one of the many devious imposters fool the world?
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think Anastasia feels about the changes happening around her?
How do you think Anastasia's friends help her throughout the story?
What would you have done if you were in Anastasia's shoes in the book?
Why is it important to have family and friends support us like Anastasia does?
What lessons do you think we can learn from Anastasia's adventures?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to put themselves in Anastasia’s shoes to better understand her emotions and decisions. Ask them how they would feel in similar situations, and what choices they might make differently. Validate their feelings and insights to foster an open and empathetic discussion. Highlight the importance of support systems like family and friends, as shown in the book, to teach your child about relying on and helping others.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Kindness
Explanation: Anastasia showcases acts of kindness throughout the story, helping and caring for others in her community.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of being kind to others, which they can apply by sharing, helping friends in need, or supporting family members.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: The protagonist faces challenges bravely, demonstrating courage when confronted with difficult situations.
Real-World Application: This inspires children to act bravely in their own lives, such as trying new activities, standing up against bullying, or facing academic challenges.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Anastasia persists in her goals despite obstacles, showing determination and perseverance.
Real-World Application: Kids learn the value of persisting through their own challenges, whether it’s learning a new skill, completing a tough school project, or improving in a sport.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Through interactions with other characters, Anastasia demonstrates an understanding and sharing of others' feelings.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to be empathetic towards classmates or siblings, helping them build better interpersonal relationships and emotional intelligence.