Magic Bed-knob
#1 in Bedknob And Broomstick Series
on Goodreads (524)
What’s inside...
A powerful and intellectually stimulating teenage love story. Night time travels lead these children into all sorts of unexpected adventures, from London to the Island of Ueepe in the distant South Seas.
Discussion points
What do you think it would be like to go on an adventure with a magic bed-knob? How would you use it?
How do the characters in the story show courage and teamwork?
If you had a magic bed-knob, where would you want to travel and why?
What lessons did the characters learn throughout their adventures?
How did the characters' adventures change how they see their everyday world?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage imagination by asking your child to come up with their own magical adventure story. Discuss the moral and ethical implications of using magical powers, like the ones seen in the book, in real-life scenarios. Use the magical journeys in the book to connect with geography or history by looking up the places the characters visit. Help your child make connections between the character’s emotions and their own experiences. Praise your child’s answers and encourage them to think deeper by asking follow-up questions.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of imagination
Explanation: In 'The Magic Bed-knob,' the adventures begin when a magic bed-knob enables children’s bed to travel anywhere they imagine. This element underscores the power and significance of imagination.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to engage in imaginative play, which enhances creativity and problem-solving skills in real life.
Example Lesson: Accountability for actions
Explanation: As the children embark on various adventures, they learn that their actions, whether good or bad, have consequences. This drives home the importance of thinking decisions through.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to consider the consequences of their actions and to be more responsible in their daily interactions and decisions.
Example Lesson: The value of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout their magical journeys, the characters must work together to navigate challenges, illustrating the benefits of cooperation and collaboration.
Real-World Application: Promotes the importance of teamwork and helps children understand that working with others can lead to successful outcomes in group projects or family tasks.
Example Lesson: Respect for diversity
Explanation: The story takes children to various places and cultures, teaching them to appreciate and respect diversity through their magical travels.
Real-World Application: Helps children to embrace and respect people from different backgrounds and cultures, fostering a sense of global citizenship.