Kit's Castle
#2 of 32 in I am reading Series
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What’s inside...
Kit and his sister Anna enter the sandcastle competition - but is their castle good enough to win? Only when they decide to make it a thoroughly modern castle. Kit, a young boy, dreams of building a castle as fine as the ones in the olden days. Kit gets his wish during a vacation at the beach, when he and his sister Anna enter a sandcastle building contest.
Discussion points
What do you think Kit felt when she first saw the castle?
How did Kit change from the beginning to the end of the story?
What would you have done if you were in Kit's situation at the castle?
Why do you think the author chose a castle for Kit's adventure?
What is the most important lesson Kit learned during her adventure?
Tip: Role play these questions
Set up a cozy reading space to make discussing the book feel special and focused.
Use expressive reading to bring the story and its characters to life, which can help your child better understand and relate to Kit's experiences.
Pause at key moments in the story to ask your child what they think might happen next, enhancing their predictive skills.
Encourage your child to draw a scene from the book or Kit’s castle, providing a creative way to express their interpretation of the story.
Relate discussions to your child's experiences, asking if they've ever felt similar emotions to what Kit experiences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'Kit's Castle', the characters work together to solve mysteries and face challenges in the castle. This collaboration highlights the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to cooperate and value each other’s input to achieve a common goal.
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: Kit shows courage when exploring unknown parts of the castle and dealing with unexpected situations. This helps children understand the value of facing fears.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to face new challenges, whether trying out for a new sport, standing up for themselves, or tackling difficult school subjects.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, Kit and his friends encounter various puzzles and dilemmas that require critical thinking and creativity to solve.
Real-World Application: Children can use these problem-solving skills in real life by coming up with creative solutions during disagreements with peers or finding ways to overcome obstacles in their studies or daily tasks.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The protagonist’s exploration of the castle fuels his curiosity and desire to learn more about his surroundings and the history behind them.
Real-World Application: This can motivate children to explore and learn about their own environment, be it nature, technology, or books, fostering a lifelong love of learning.
Example Lesson: Respect for History and Heritage
Explanation: As Kit uncovers the history of the castle, there's an underlying theme of respecting and preserving cultural heritage.
Real-World Application: This can teach children to appreciate and respect their own history and cultural background as well as those of others around them.