Beast Quest: Draka the Winged Serpent
#3 of 4 in Beast Quest: New Blood Series
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What’s inside...
Free the Beasts. Live the Adventure. Battle Beasts and fight Evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up! When Nolan's hometown is attacked by the venomous beast Draka, he takes the fight to the skies using Tom's eagle feather. Helped by Queen Aroha herself, Nolan must defeat the beast to retrieve one of its scales which can be used to save Tom from Malvel's curse. There are FOUR thrilling adventures to collect in the latest set of this beloved series - don't miss out! If you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade's other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest, Beast Quest: New Blood and Space Wars.
Character compass
Tom
Elenna
Draka
Discussion points
What qualities do you think make Tom a hero in 'Beast Quest: Draka the Winged Serpent'?
How would you feel if you were in Tom’s place during his adventures?
Draka the Winged Serpent is a unique creature. What do you think it represents in the story?
How do Tom's friends help him on his quest? Can you think of a time when your friends helped you achieve something important?
Tip: Role play these questions
Highlight Tom’s qualities and actions that depict bravery and friendship to provide a model for personal character development.
Discuss the mythical elements of the story, such as the winged serpent, to expand your child’s creativity and understanding of symbolism.
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story’s challenges and victories to enhance their emotional intelligence.
Connect the story’s themes to real-life situations faced by your child to make the reading experience more relevant and impactful.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: Throughout the adventurous narrative, the protagonist demonstrates courage by facing fearsome challenges, including confronting Draka the Winged Serpent.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face their own fears and challenges, understanding that bravery is not the absence of fear but the ability to act despite it.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: The protagonist often relies on teamwork, collaborating with others to overcome obstacles and defeat the serpent.
Real-World Application: This narrative teaches children the importance of working with others to achieve common goals and how collaboration can lead to success.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The characters in the book encounter various problems that they must solve creatively, using their unique skills and intelligence.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to think critically and creatively in solving problems, a skill that is applicable in school tasks and peer interactions.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and Leadership
Explanation: The protagonist takes responsibility for their mission and exhibits leadership qualities in guiding their team.
Real-World Application: This instills in children the importance of taking charge in situations and leading by example, teaching them leadership skills that are essential in everyday life.