Field Trip to Niagara Falls
#24 in Geronimo Stilton And The Kingdom Of Fantasy Series
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What’s inside...
The book features two intertwined stories involving adventures at Niagara Falls. In the first story, Geronimo Stilton and his family travel to Niagara Falls to compete in the Super Niagara Race, an adventure competition. In a parallel storyline, Satchel, a little white dog, looks forward to bedtime when he can sneak out and board a magical train that takes him around the world. One night, he ends up in Niagara Falls, Canada, experiencing his own grand adventure. Both narratives highlight the excitement of exploration and the enchantment of Niagara Falls.
Character compass
Geronimo Stilton
Benjamin Stilton
Trap Stilton
Thea Stilton
Discussion points
What would you like to visit at Niagara Falls if you were on the field trip with the characters?
How did the characters work together during their trip?
What was the most exciting part of the field trip for you?
How do you think visiting new places can help us learn?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe what they imagine Niagara Falls to look like, enhancing their descriptive and observational skills.
Discuss the importance of teamwork by reflecting on how the characters interacted and solved problems together during the trip.
Share your own experiences of school trips or visits to new places to make the conversation more relatable and engaging.
Ask your child to draw a scene from the book, which can help them express their understanding and perspective creatively.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and exploration
Explanation: The book captures the excitement and curiosity of exploring new places, as the characters journey to Niagara Falls and learn about its history and significance.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to discover and explore their surroundings, be it during family trips, school field trips, or exploring their local community.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout their trip, the characters work together to navigate their way and solve problems they encounter, demonstrating the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be applied in a child’s everyday life during group activities in school, sports teams, or collaborative projects, stressing the value of working collaboratively to achieve goals.
Example Lesson: Respect for nature
Explanation: The book highlights the natural beauty and power of Niagara Falls, teaching children to appreciate and respect natural wonders.
Real-World Application: Children learn to be mindful of their environment and the importance of preserving natural landscapes for future generations.
Example Lesson: Historical knowledge
Explanation: As the characters explore Niagara Falls, they learn about its history and the role it has played in American and Canadian culture.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to take an interest in history and cultural heritage, promoting a deeper understanding of the places they live in or visit.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: The characters face various challenges during their trip that require quick thinking and problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think critically and develop problem-solving strategies that can be applied in their day-to-day challenges.