Evil Emperor Penguin
#1 of 2 in Evil Emperor Penguin Series
What’s inside...
Far away in the icy wastes of Antarctica lives a warm and cuddly, kind-hearted penguin who only wants to do good in the world...NOT! This is no ordinary penguin! This is EVIL EMPEROR PENGUIN and he's going to take over the world!
Discussion points
What do you think motivates Evil Emperor Penguin in his schemes? How does he react when things don’t go as planned?
How do the characters in the story show teamwork? Can you think of a time when you worked together with friends to solve a problem?
What lessons can we learn from the relationship between Evil Emperor Penguin and his minion, Eugene?
If you could create a gadget for Evil Emperor Penguin, what would it do and why?
How does the story change your views on what it means to be a 'villain'? Are things always as simple as good and bad?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the motives behind characters' actions, fostering a deeper understanding of character development.
Highlight the humorous elements of the story to keep the discussion light and engaging, prompting your child to explore the fun side of reading.
Discuss the outcomes of various schemes in the book and what alternative strategies could have been used, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Use examples from the book to discuss the importance of perseverance when faced with challenges, relating it back to real-life situations your child may encounter.
After reading, ask your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book. Use this as a springboard for further discussion about the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: In 'Evil Emperor Penguin', despite the main character's numerous attempts at world domination, the underlying value of friendship is highlighted through his interactions with his loyal minion and other characters.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of supporting and valuing their friends, even when they have different ambitions or make mistakes.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences of actions
Explanation: The plot showcases the repercussions of the penguin's actions as his schemes often backfire, teaching that actions have consequences.
Real-World Application: This instills a sense of responsibility in children, helping them understand that their actions affect others and themselves.
Example Lesson: Creativity and problem-solving
Explanation: The inventive plans and gadgets in the story highlight how creativity is used to solve problems, even in humorous or far-fetched scenarios.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think creatively when faced with challenges and emphasizes that problem-solving is a valuable skill in everyday situations.
Example Lesson: Resilience and learning from failure
Explanation: Despite repeated failures, the Emperor Penguin consistently devises new plans, demonstrating resilience and the idea that failure is a stepping stone to improvement.
Real-World Application: Teaches children that persistence and learning from past mistakes are crucial in overcoming obstacles and achieving goals.