Obi-Wan's Foe (Star Wars Revenge of the Sith, Jedi Readers, Step 4)
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During the Clone Wars, Obi-Wan Kenobi confronts General Grievous, the Supreme Commander of the Droid Armies, in an adventure designed to engage and educate young readers. This Step 5 Jedi Reader, an extension of the Step into Reading line, features photographs from Episode III and text to help children learn to read.
Discussion points
How did Obi-Wan's choices show his bravery and dedication to his mission?
Why do you think it's important for Jedi like Obi-Wan to have strong values?
What would you have done if you were in Obi-Wan's position during the challenges he faced?
How do you think Obi-Wan felt when he had to confront his foe? What emotions might you feel in a similar situation?
What lessons can we learn from Obi-Wan's actions and decisions in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to put themselves in Obi-Wan's shoes, asking how they would feel and react in similar situations to deepen empathy and understanding.
Discuss the importance of values and choices, highlighting how Obi-Wan's decisions impact his mission and the people around him.
After reading the book, ask your child to draw a scene where Obi-Wan is facing a challenge, discussing the scene and its significance.
Use contrasts within the story, like conflicts and resolutions, to talk about problem-solving and moral dilemmas.
Praise your child’s thoughts and answers to foster a positive and open environment where they feel comfortable expressing their opinions and feelings.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of adversity
Explanation: Obi-Wan Kenobi demonstrates bravery as he confronts challenges and dangerous foes, showing that courage is vital in difficult situations.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of being brave when facing their own challenges, such as standing up against bullying or trying new activities.
Example Lesson: The importance of mentorship
Explanation: Throughout the story, Obi-Wan's role as a mentor to younger Jedi highlights the value of guidance and wisdom shared between teacher and pupil.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to seek advice and learn from older family members, teachers, or mentors, and to value the guidance they offer.
Example Lesson: Making ethical decisions
Explanation: Obi-Wan often faces dilemmas that require him to choose between right and wrong, emphasizing the importance of making morally sound decisions.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by making choices that reflect integrity and ethics in their daily interactions, such as being honest or choosing not to cheat on tests.
Example Lesson: The consequences of actions
Explanation: The story illustrates how actions, both good and bad, have consequences that affect others around us.
Real-World Application: Children learn that their actions impact others, teaching them to think about how what they do affects their friends and family.
Example Lesson: Resilience and perseverance
Explanation: Obi-Wan's persistence in overcoming obstacles demonstrates the importance of not giving up despite setbacks.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to continue striving toward their goals, like improving in a sport or mastering a new skill, even when it is challenging.