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Fairy Unicorns The Kingdom under the Sea

#7 of 10 in Unicorn Princesses Series

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What’s inside...

In this enchanting installment of the Fairy Unicorns series, young Zoe journeys to a magical underwater kingdom where she and her unicorn friend, Astra, must help save the sea creatures from an impending threat, discovering new friendships and learning valuable lessons along the way. The seventh title in an exciting, magical unicorn adventure series for newly fluent readers, packed full of beautiful illustrations. Zoe and Astra are together again on magical Unicorn Island. And this time they're on an adventure to the Kingdom Under the Sea, where the sea unicorns live, to try and find a precious spell book. They know it's hidden at the bottom of the ocean, in Sea Dragon Cave. They're sure they'll be able to retrieve the spell book, as the dragon isn't real - it's just made of stone... Or is it?
Series reading

Non-Sequential

Age

6-10

Length

112 pages

Text complexity

Discussion points

What do you think life is like under the sea for the Fairy Unicorns?
How did the characters show bravery or kindness in the story?
If you could create a magical underwater rule, what would it be and why?
How do the Fairy Unicorns help each other in 'The Kingdom under the Sea'?
What would you do if you met a Fairy Unicorn in the sea?
Tip: Role play these questions
Begin by asking your child to describe their favorite part of the story or their favorite character. This opens up a dialogue that piques their interest. Give your child time to think about the questions; don't rush their responses. Encourage them to use their imagination by asking what they would do in the same situations as the characters. Connect the story to their everyday experiences, such as teamwork or facing fears, to deepen their understanding of the book’s themes.

Key lessons

Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In the story, the characters must work together to save the underwater kingdom, demonstrating the power of collective effort.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or play, learning the importance of collaborating to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: The protagonists face various challenges and dangers bravely, showing readers the importance of courage in overcoming obstacles.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to face their fears, whether it's trying out for a sports team, standing up for a friend, or tackling a difficult subject at school.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: The story emphasizes the beauty and fragility of the underwater world, teaching children to appreciate and care for the environment.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to respect nature by participating in recycling programs, conserving water, or helping in community clean-up events.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The characters use their wit and resources to solve the problems they encounter, advocating for a thoughtful approach to challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can use problem-solving skills learned from the story in academic challenges, personal projects, or resolving conflicts with peers.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: As the characters interact with various creatures of the sea, they learn about different perspectives and hardships, cultivating empathy.
Real-World Application: This can help children in understanding and relating to people who are different from them, promoting inclusiveness and empathy in their social interactions.

Fairy Unicorns The Kingdom under the Sea by Susanna Davidson