Marnie Midnight and the Moon Mystery
#1 of 2 in Marnie Midnight Series
What’s inside...
A magical illustrated new young fiction series for children aged 7-9 from best-selling author and illustrator, Laura Ellen Anderson! Meet Marnie Midnight - a little moth with BIG dreams! Marnie Midnight is SO excited to be starting at Minibeast Academy. She adores everything about her new school. Marnie befriends other minibeasts, and together, they have many adventures and face challenges at school as they learn new things and grow together.
Discussion points
Why do you think Marnie was determined to solve the Moon Mystery?
What would you have done if you were in Marnie's place when she faced challenges?
How did Marnie's friends help her in her adventure?
What do you think is the most important lesson Marnie learned during her journey?
If you could add a new character to the story, who would they be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts on Marnie’s actions and decisions; make them relate to their own experiences.
Discuss the importance of teamwork as depicted in the story, ask your child about a time they worked with others to solve a problem.
While exploring the book's lessons, promote critical thinking by asking your child what they might have done differently in any given situation.
Introduce the concept of empathy by discussing how Marnie and her friends felt in various parts of the story.
Encourage creative thinking by asking your child to imagine a continuation of the story or an additional adventure involving Marnie.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Collaboration
Explanation: Marnie Midnight teams up with her friends to solve the moon mystery, demonstrating teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of working together to achieve common goals, usable in school projects and family tasks.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Discovery
Explanation: The book's main character, Marnie, shows an eager interest in solving the mystery, which encourages an investigative mindset.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to ask questions and explore the world around them, enhancing their learning experience beyond the classroom.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the story, Marnie and her friends face various challenges that require critical thinking and resourcefulness.
Real-World Application: Helps children develop critical thinking skills that can be applied in challenging situations at school or in social settings.
Example Lesson: Friendship and Loyalty
Explanation: As the characters work together, they show trust and support for each other, reinforcing the values of true friendship.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of being supportive and trustworthy friends in daily interactions with peers.
Example Lesson: Bravery
Explanation: Marnie shows courage when faced with unknown elements of the mystery, inspiring bravery in young readers.
Real-World Application: Empowers children to face their fears and challenges bravely, whether it’s trying something new or standing up in difficult situations.