Blueberry Queen (Kylie Jean)
#1 of 27 in Kylie Jean Series
What’s inside...
In 'Blueberry Queen,' part of the Kylie Jean series by Marci Peschke, Kylie Jean Carter is determined to win the title of Blueberry Queen at her town's Blueberry Festival. She is excited about the pageant and is eager to participate in all the festival activities. Throughout the story, Kylie Jean demonstrates her creativity, hard work, and southern charm as she prepares for the competition. She faces various challenges but remains focused on her goal. With the support of her family and friends, Kylie Jean learns valuable lessons about perseverance, sportsmanship, and the importance of community. The book is aimed at young readers and is filled with themes of confidence, ambition, and the joy of small-town celebrations.
Discussion points
What qualities do you think make Kylie Jean a good candidate for Blueberry Queen? How can you apply these qualities in your own life?
Kylie Jean faces challenges in the story. Can you recall a time when you faced a challenge and how you overcame it?
Friendship is an important theme in this book. What do you value most in your friendships? Why?
How do you think Kylie Jean's family supports her dreams? How does your family support your dreams?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate personal experiences to those of Kylie Jean, enhancing their connection to the story.
Discuss the importance of perseverance and hard work as exhibited by Kylie Jean, and relate it to real-life scenarios your child might face.
Ask your child to think about a time they helped a friend or received help, connecting personal experiences with the book's themes of friendship and support.
Use examples from the book to discuss goal-setting and the steps needed to achieve personal aspirations, making the conversation both instructive and inspiring.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Self-confidence
Explanation: Kylie Jean demonstrates self-confidence as she competes for the title of Blueberry Queen, showing determination and self-belief.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by believing in their own abilities when facing competitions or new challenges at school or in extracurricular activities.
Example Lesson: Importance of family support
Explanation: Throughout her journey, Kylie receives continuous support and encouragement from her family, which plays a crucial role in her pursuit of the crown.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of family encouragement and can seek support and guidance from their own family members during personal endeavors.
Example Lesson: Friendship and kindness
Explanation: Kylie shows kindness and maintains good relationships with her peers, even when in competition, which is pivotal in her story.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to treat others with kindness and to foster positive relationships with their peers, regardless of the circumstance.
Example Lesson: Hard work pays off
Explanation: The effort Kylie puts into preparing for the competition embodies the message that hard work is essential to achieve goals.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to put effort into their studies, sports, or any hobbies, understanding that persistence is key to success.
Example Lesson: Dealing with Disappointment
Explanation: Kylie faces setbacks and challenges in her quest to become Blueberry Queen, teaching her to handle disappointment gracefully.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children learn to cope with their own disappointments in a healthy way, enhancing their emotional resilience.