Haunted Castle Mazes
Mini Magic Mazes S. Series
What’s inside...
You must use all your skills to navigate through the Enchanted Forest and the spooky castle in search of the mysterious unicorn. Find your way around six wipe-clean mazes using the magic pen - and pull the tabs to reveal the solutions.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-10
Length
12 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the maze in the haunted castle and why?
How did you feel when you were trying to find your way out of the maze?
What would you do if you met a friendly ghost in one of the castle’s mazes?
Can you think of a different ending for one of the mazes' adventures?
What other magical creatures do you think live in the haunted castle?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine and describe what they might see, hear, and feel while navigating through the mazes. Ask open-ended questions to foster creativity and critical thinking. Highlight the fun and excitement of solving mazes together, and discuss the themes of courage and exploration. Share personal stories related to solving puzzles or exploring new places to make the conversation more relatable and engaging.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: As children navigate through the intricate mazes in the haunted castle, they sharpen their problem-solving abilities.
Real-World Application: These skills can be applied in real-life situations requiring logical thinking and decision-making.
Example Lesson: Persistence and resilience
Explanation: The challenges presented by the mazes teach children the importance of persisting through difficult tasks.
Real-World Application: Kids learn the value of resilience when faced with academic challenges or complex tasks in their daily activities.
Example Lesson: Attention to detail
Explanation: Successfully solving the mazes requires careful observation and attention to finer details within the illustrations.
Real-World Application: This enhances a child’s observational skills, which are crucial in educational settings and in everyday life while dealing with detailed tasks.