Magical Mix-Ups: Birthdays and Bridesmaids
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Magical Mix-Ups is a companion series to the highly successful Mega Mash-Ups. These books combine great stories with the opportunity for readers to add to the illustrations by award-winning illustrator Leigh Hodgkinson. The story features a mix-up in Fairyland that needs to be fixed by Emerald, a friendly witch, and Princess Sapphire. Readers are encouraged to get their colored pencils and glitter pens ready to start reading and doodling as there is a party to plan!
Discussion points
What would you do if you could use magic to solve one of your problems?
How did the characters’ actions show the importance of friendship and teamwork?
What would you have done differently if you were in Marina’s shoes during the party planning?
How do you think Marina felt when things didn’t go as planned? Can you relate to her feelings?
What is the most magical part of the story for you, and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the dilemmas faced by the characters and relate them to their own experiences.
Discuss the consequences of the characters' actions and decisions, promoting a deeper understanding of right and wrong.
Ask your child to imagine their own magical adventure story, using the book as a springboard for their creativity.
Highlight the importance of empathy by discussing how different characters might have felt at various points in the story.
Share your own experiences related to the themes in the book to make the discussion more relatable and meaningful.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Cooperation and Teamwork
Explanation: Characters in the book work together to solve problems, emphasizing the strength found in teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by collaborating with peers in school projects or during playtime to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: The magical elements and creative mishaps in the story encourage children to think imaginatively.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be applied in the way children approach tasks or challenges, using creative solutions and imaginative thinking.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Characters are tasked with important duties for the wedding, showcasing the importance of being responsible.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to take responsibility for their own belongings, chores at home, or duties in school.
Example Lesson: Resolving Conflict
Explanation: The book displays how characters solve misunderstandings and disputes, teaching conflict resolution.
Real-World Application: Children can use these strategies to handle disagreements with siblings or friends peacefully and respectfully.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: As characters interact and face various challenges, they learn to understand and empathize with each other's feelings.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to recognize emotions in others and respond with empathy and kindness in their daily interactions.