Isadora Moon Makes Winter Magic (8)
Isadora Moon Series
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What’s inside...
Isadora Moon is special because she's different. Her mum is a fairy and her dad is a vampire and she's a bit of both. Isadora loves playing in the snow, especially when her creations come to life! But snow magic can't last forever. Will she be able to save her new friends before they melt away? And that's not all! This beautiful gift edition is also bursting with magical activities and things to make and do, providing hours of fun with Isadora and Pink Rabbit! With irresistible pink and black artwork throughout by author/illustrator Harriet Muncaster and a totally unique heroine with an out-of-this-world family, this is a beautiful, charming, and funny series of first chapter books. Perfect for fans of Claude, Dixie O'Day, and Squishy McFluff, Isadora Moon is the ideal choice for readers who want their magic and sparkle with a bit of bite!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
160 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Isadora Moon
Discussion points
How do you think Isadora felt when she first discovered her winter magic? Can you relate to her feelings?
What is your favorite part of the winter season and why? How does it make you feel?
Isadora makes a new friend in this story. What do you think makes someone a good friend?
If you had winter magic like Isadora, what would you create and why?
How do the illustrations enhance your understanding of the story? Which picture is your favorite?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe their emotions by relating to Isadora’s adventures, fostering emotional intelligence.
Discuss the similarities and differences between your child's winter experiences and Isadora's, linking the story to real-life.
Highlight the theme of friendship in the book, asking your child to share stories of their own friendships and what they value in a friend.
Invite your child to imagine their own magical winter world, perhaps drawing it out or describing it in detail, enhancing creativity.
Point out the details in the illustrations, asking your child what they notice and how it adds to the story, fostering observational skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing Individuality
Explanation: Isadora, being half fairy and half vampire, exemplifies how different qualities can coexist harmoniously, teaching children to appreciate their own unique traits.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to value their own uniqueness and feel confident in expressing who they are among peers.
Example Lesson: Importance of Family Bonds
Explanation: Throughout the story, Isadora’s adventures with her family underscore the significance of familial support and love.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to spend quality time with family, appreciating and strengthening the bonds that support them through life.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: Isadora uses her magical abilities to creatively solve problems, demonstrating the power of using one's imagination to overcome challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can be inspired to think creatively in their problem solving, using their imagination in both play and daily tasks.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the Face of Difficulty
Explanation: Isadora faces various challenges but her determination and resilience help her navigate through them successfully.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to persistently tackle their own obstacles and learn from their experiences.
Example Lesson: Understanding and Celebrating Differences
Explanation: Isadora's unique heritage brings together two different worlds, teaching the value of accepting and celebrating diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to be open-minded and inclusive, appreciating the differences in others around them.