Jack Frost The End Becomes the Beginning
#5 of 5 in The Guardians Series
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What’s inside...
Jack Frost, also known as Nightlight, has battled the Nightmare King Pitch for ages. But now he is on his own on a journey through space and time, to understand his purpose and destiny. With new found friends, he uncovers ancient secrets that may determine the future of the Guardians and brings light to the darkness that's about to befall them. The Guardians’ powers are put to the ultimate test in their final battle in this conclusion to the epic chapter book series from William Joyce. The Guardians' powers are given the ultimate test as they journey to the moon itself in this fifth and final chapter book adventure of an epic series from William Joyce. The Guardians came together to protect the childhoods of all who dream, and they are a formidable team: Nicholas St. North, E. Aster Bunnymund, Toothiana, the Sandman, Nightlight, and Katherine have thus far prevented Pitch from fulfilling his nightmarish plans. But Pitch and his nightmare men lurk on the fringes, gathering strength, stewing in hate, and the Guardians know their guard needs one more member if they are going to vanquish Pitch for all eternity. And once they find the last in their band, they'll travel to the secret realm of the Man in the Moon, encounter armies of Moonbots, and face the greatest battle since the Golden Age; and that is just the beginning of this grand conclusion to a series most grand.
Discussion points
What do you think makes Jack Frost a hero, and how can we find those qualities in ourselves?
How do the Guardians in the story show teamwork, and why is working together important?
What lessons did you learn about friendship and bravery from this book?
Why do you think the author chose Jack Frost to be the protagonist, and what makes him special?
If you were a Guardian, what powers would you choose to have and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the qualities that make someone a hero in their eyes, relating it to Jack Frost’s character in the story.
Discuss the importance of teamwork as shown in the book and connect it to real-life instances where working together is essential.
Highlight the themes of friendship and bravery throughout the book, asking your child to share personal experiences or how they might handle situations similar to those in the story.
Explore the author’s choice of characters and storyline by discussing what makes each character unique and how it contributes to the story’s development.
Inspire creativity by asking your child what powers they would like to have if they were a Guardian and how they would use these powers to help others.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of bravery and courage
Explanation: In 'Jack Frost The End Becomes the Beginning', Jack exemplifies bravery as he confronts challenges and adversaries to protect his loved ones and the values he stands for.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face their fears and stand up for what is right, whether it's helping a friend in need or defending their own beliefs in challenging situations.
Example Lesson: The value of friendship and collaboration
Explanation: Throughout the book, Jack relies on his friends and allies to overcome obstacles, highlighting the strength found in unity and cooperation.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of working together and supporting each other in group projects or team activities at school or in sports.
Example Lesson: Responsibility towards others
Explanation: Jack Frost takes on the role of a guardian, showing a deep sense of duty and responsibility towards the people he cares about.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of being responsible in their actions, whether it's taking care of a younger sibling or completing homework assignments on time.
Example Lesson: The process of growth and self-improvement
Explanation: The character development of Jack throughout the series mirrors the journey of personal growth, as he learns from his experiences and becomes a wiser guardian.
Real-World Application: This can motivate children to embrace learning from their own experiences and continuously strive to better themselves academically or personally.
Example Lesson: Overcoming adversity with perseverance
Explanation: Jack faces numerous trials throughout the story, yet he never gives up, teaching readers about the power of perseverance in overcoming difficulties.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to persist through challenges they face in learning new skills or overcoming personal obstacles, fostering resilience.