#6 in How to Train Your Dragon Series
How to Fight a Dragon's Fury
2015 by
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What’s inside...
In the final instalment of the 'How to Train Your Dragon' series, Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III must face the Dragon Furious and end the war between Dragons and Humans. He has to become the King of the Wilderwest and win back his dragon. Facing unthinkable odds, Hiccup, with his brave dragon, Toothless, and his loyal friends, fights to become a hero.
Why read this book
- Adventure-filled narrative boosts imagination and creativity.
- Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills effectively.
- Encourages resilience and courage in young readers.
- Interactive plot promotes family reading time.
The Big Picture
- Promotes courage and resilience in facing challenges.
- Highlights friendship’s role in overcoming obstacles.
- Encourages strategic thinking and clever problem-solving.
- Ideal for discussions on morality and heroism.
Diversity & Representation
- Features mythical creatures promoting cultural folklore diversity.
- Incorporates diverse, robust characters overcoming significant challenges.
- Promotes themes of unity and collaboration across differences.
Book in series
#6
Age
8-12
Length
400 pages
Text complexity
intermediate
Character Compass
Discussion points
How do you think Hiccup felt when he was facing the dragon? Can you describe a time when you felt similar?
What do you think makes Hiccup a good leader? What qualities would you want if you were leading a group?
The story showed different ways of solving problems. Which way did you find the most interesting and why?
How did the friendships in the book impact the challenges they faced? Can you think of a time when a friend helped you through a difficult situation?
If you could have any adventure from the book, which one would you choose and what would you do?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate personal experiences to those of Hiccup and his friends, fostering empathy and deeper understanding.
Discuss the leadership qualities and problem-solving approaches shown in the book, and relate them to real-life scenarios your child might face.
Use the adventures in the book as a springboard to ask your child about the kind of adventures they imagine for themselves or dream about.
After discussing a question, let your child come up with their own question about the book. This turns the conversation into a two-way dialogue, enhancing engagement.
What parents love
Exciting adventure, kids loved the suspenseful plot!
Great moral lessons woven into a fun narrative.
Perfect balance storytelling and character development.
Keeps young readers engaged and promotes critical thinking.
Key Lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of fear
Explanation: The protagonist faces terrifying dragons, demonstrating bravery as he confronts these fearsome creatures.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to face their own fears, whether it's speaking in front of the class or trying a new activity.
Example Lesson: The value of perseverance
Explanation: Throughout the story, the hero encounters numerous challenges but repeatedly chooses to continue fighting rather than give up.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to persist through difficulties in their own lives, such as mastering a new skill or dealing with a tough school subject.
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship and teamwork
Explanation: The main character learns that working together with friends can make overcoming obstacles easier and more effective.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this by actively participating in team activities and valuing the contributions of others in group settings.
Example Lesson: Wisdom over brute strength
Explanation: The hero often uses clever strategies instead of just physical strength to solve problems and defeat dragons.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the benefit of thinking through problems and finding intelligent solutions, rather than relying on sheer force or initial impulses.