Luna
#9 in Wintry Tales Series
What’s inside...
Hannah knows there is something special about the wooden bear cub puppet from the moment she buys it at a Christmas market. So when the puppet gets broken, she cries herself to sleep. Woken by a growling noise, she finds herself in a stable wearing strange old-fashioned clothes. Then she comes face to face with a real-life bear cub! The cub has been locked in ready to be put on show at the local market. Can Hannah return the bear to the wild and find a way back to her own time?
Discussion points
What do you think Luna felt when she embarked on her adventure?
How do you think Luna’s bravery can inspire us in our daily lives?
Why is it important for Luna to have friends who support her?
What lessons can we learn from Luna’s journey about facing our fears?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing Luna's feelings, encourage your child to relate Luna's experiences to their own by asking how they would feel in similar situations.
Highlight Luna’s acts of bravery and ask your child about times they have felt brave.
Discuss the importance of friendship and support in the story and ask your child to talk about who supports them in their life.
After reading, ask your child to draw a picture of their favorite part of the book and explain why they chose it.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: In 'Luna', the protagonist learns the value of building and maintaining friendships through her interactions with other characters in the story.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by learning to cooperate and empathize with their peers, which strengthens their social skills and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: The significance of courage and bravery
Explanation: Throughout the book, Luna faces various challenges that require her to be brave in order to succeed, teaching kids the importance of facing their fears.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand that being brave can help them overcome obstacles in their own lives, such as trying new activities or standing up for themselves.
Example Lesson: Creativity and imagination
Explanation: Luna uses her creativity to solve problems and create magical experiences, illustrating the power of imagination.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to use their own creativity in play or in problem-solving scenarios, fostering innovation and cognitive flexibility.
Example Lesson: The value of perseverance
Explanation: Luna encounters setbacks in the book, but her determination to persist teaches readers about resilience.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to continue working towards their goals despite difficulties, which is a crucial skill for academic and personal success.
Example Lesson: Respect for diversity
Explanation: The story introduces a variety of characters from different backgrounds, showing Luna’s interactions with them in a respectful and inclusive manner.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children to appreciate diversity and practice inclusivity in their interactions at school and in the community.