Hilda and the Stone Forest
#5 in Hilda Series
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What’s inside...
Hilda may be grounded, but that won’t stop her from heading off on another daring adventure! But everything is thrown off course when her mother catches her and is dragged along for the ride. Furious with each other, the bickering pair find themselves lost in the land of the trolls, forced to embark on a dangerous journey to make their way home. And to make matters even more difficult, Hilda has to do so…as a troll? Buckle your seatbelts for a crazy body-swapping adventure! Luke Pearson is the artist and writer of the Hilda series of graphic novels. He has fast become one of the leading talents of the United Kingdom and United States comics scene, garnering rave reviews from the New York Times and the School Library Journal. He was the winner of the Young People’s Comic category at the British Comic Award in 2012, and he has been nominated for the Eisner Award’s Best Publication for Kids and Best Writer/Artist in 2013. He has recently written and storyboarded multiple episodes of the cult classic show Adventure Time. He lives in Bristol, United Kingdom. WATCH SEASONS ONE AND TWO OF HILDA THE ANIMATED SERIES NOW ON NETFLIX!
Discussion points
How do you think Hilda felt when she ventured into the Stone Forest?
What do you think the trolls represent in the story?
Can you think of a time when you had to solve a problem and how you handled it, similar to Hilda?
What did Hilda learn about herself and her mother during their adventure?
If you were in the Stone Forest, what would you have done differently?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences, fostering a deeper personal connection to the themes.
Discuss the relationship between Hilda and her mother, focusing on how they work together to overcome challenges.
Ask open-ended questions to inspire critical thinking and encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story.
Create a comfortable reading environment that encourages dialog, allowing your child to pause and discuss intriguing parts of the book.
Highlight the lessons learned from the adventures and how they can be applied in everyday life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and Resilience
Explanation: Hilda faces various challenges in the Stone Forest, demonstrating bravery and an ability to adapt to new situations.
Real-World Application: Children will learn the importance of facing fears and overcoming obstacles, aiding them in navigating their own challenges.
Example Lesson: Value of Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout her adventure, Hilda collaborates with creatures and her mother, emphasizing the benefits of working together to solve problems.
Real-World Application: Encourages collaboration in school projects or family activities, teaching children that teamwork can lead to successful outcomes.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: The story's setting in a mystic forest highlights the necessity of respecting and preserving natural environments.
Real-World Application: Motivates children to engage in environmental conservation efforts and appreciate the natural world around them.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Hilda often encounters puzzles that require creative solutions, showcasing critical thinking.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to think creatively and apply logical reasoning to their everyday problems and schoolwork.
Example Lesson: Understanding Consequences
Explanation: Actions taken by the characters in the book lead to various consequences, teaching responsibility.
Real-World Application: Helps children grasp the concept of cause and effect, encouraging them to make thoughtful decisions in their daily activities.