Battle of the Beasts: House of Secrets
#2 of 3 in House of Secrets Series
What’s inside...
Since the siblings' last adventure, life in the Walker household is much improved—the family is rich and the Wind Witch is banished. But no Walker will be safe until she is found, and summoning her to San Francisco brings all the danger that comes with her and puts the Walkers in the crosshairs of a mysterious journey through Denver Kristoff's books. As the Walkers travel from ancient Rome to World War II to Tibet, they'll be tested in ways that cut deeper than before, by Denver Kristoff, the Wind Witch, and each other.
Character compass
Cordelia Walker
Eleanor Walker
Brendan Walker
Captain Sangray
Will Draper
Dahlia Kristoff
Discussion points
How do you think the characters felt when they encountered the beasts? What would you feel in their place?
What do you think is the importance of teamwork in the story? Can you share a time when you had to work with others to overcome a challenge?
How do the characters change throughout the book? Which character do you relate to the most and why?
What would you do if you found a mysterious house like the Walker kids? Would you explore it or stay away?
What do you think is the main message of the book? How can you apply this message in your own life?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, relate the characters' adventures to real-life situations your child might encounter, enhancing their connection to the story.
Encourage your child to imagine alternative endings or continuations of the story. This not only deepens their engagement but also enhances their creativity.
Ask your child to draw scenes or characters from the book. This makes the discussion more interactive and helps children express their understanding visually.
Create a comfortable and distraction-free reading space where you and your child can discuss the book without interruptions, making the experience enjoyable and immersive.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: The characters in 'Battle of the Beasts: House of Secrets' must work together to overcome challenges and obstacles, demonstrating the importance of collaboration.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to work with others towards a common goal.
Example Lesson: Courage in facing fears
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters encounter various fears but learn to face and overcome them, showing bravery.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to confront their own fears, whether it be trying out for a school play, facing a difficult test, or making new friends.
Example Lesson: Importance of perseverance
Explanation: Despite numerous setbacks, the characters persist in their quest, illustrating resilience and the value of never giving up.
Real-World Application: Children can embrace this quality when dealing with academic challenges or learning new skills, understanding that persistence is key to success.
Example Lesson: Ethics and decision-making
Explanation: The book presents characters with difficult choices, highlighting moral dilemmas and the consequences of their decisions.
Real-World Application: This educates children on the impact of their choices and encourages them to think ethically and critically in their own decision-making processes.