Izzy the Inventor and the Curse of Doom - Tome 2
Izzy The Inventor Series
What’s inside...
Meet Izzy the Inventor in a laugh-out-loud series that combines science, magic, and a lovable unicorn, perfect for beginner readers and fans of Isadora Moon and Rainbow Magic. In her latest adventure, Izzy travels to Fairytale Land to rescue a prince from a wicked fairy's curse with the help of her unicorn friend, Henry. They face challenges like making it snow in summer and creating a flying contraption, all while avoiding an enormous dragon. Each book includes science experiment ideas and a QR code for additional activities.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-8
Length
128 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did Izzy do to overcome challenges in the story? How can you apply her methods when you face a difficult task?
How did Izzy’s inventions help her friends? Can you think of an invention that would make someone's life easier or happier?
Why do you think teamwork was important in Izzy’s adventures? Share a time when you worked with others to solve a problem.
What lesson did Izzy learn by the end of the book? How do you think this lesson could help you in your life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences. Ask them to imagine themselves in Izzy’s shoes and think about how they would handle similar situations. Highlight the importance of creativity, persistence, and teamwork as demonstrated in the book. This not only deepens their understanding of the story but also enhances their problem-solving and social skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance in the face of challenges
Explanation: Izzy the Inventor continually encounters setbacks while trying to break the Curse of Doom, yet she perseveres and keeps trying new solutions until she succeeds.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of not giving up easily. They see that persistence, even when faced with difficulties, can lead to success in school projects, learning new skills, or during sports and games.
Example Lesson: Creative problem-solving
Explanation: Izzy uses her inventiveness to think outside the box and come up with unique solutions to the problems posed by the Curse of Doom.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to use their imagination and creativity to solve problems they encounter, whether it be resolving a conflict with a friend, finding a way to organize their rooms, or tackling a difficult homework assignment.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: Throughout her journey, Izzy works with various characters who each contribute their unique skills to overcome obstacles, highlighting the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply the concept of working together by participating in group projects at school or joining teams in sports and other activities, learning that collective effort can achieve greater results.
Example Lesson: Facing fears
Explanation: Izzy confronts numerous fears while dealing with the Curse of Doom, teaching her to manage and overcome her anxieties.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand that everyone feels afraid sometimes and that facing and overcoming their fears is a part of growing up. They learn coping mechanisms that can help them during presentations, meeting new people, or trying new activities.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Izzy takes on the responsibility to break the Curse of Doom, showing ownership and accountability for her mission.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of taking responsibility for their actions and commitments, be it in completing homework, performing household chores, or caring for a pet.