Octavia Bloom and the Missing Key (Through The Fairy Door Book 1)
#1 of 5 in Through The Fairy Door Series
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What’s inside...
One tiny discovery can have enormous consequences...Almost 10-year-old Octavia Bloom is desperate for adventure, but when it comes it's in the shape of a tiny fairy door. Pulling her reluctant sister and cousins into the mystery, Octavia discovers that her family are hiding not ONE but TWO life-changing secrets. Why is her mother searching for an elusive purple flower? And does she have what it takes to reunite her fractured family? Octavia is certain the answers lie behind the fairy door, if only she could just find the key...Bravery, secrets and Magic intertwine in this fantastical adventure, the first in the 'Through The Fairy Door' series.
Discussion points
What do you think Octavia felt when she discovered the fairy door? How would you feel if you found a magical door in your garden?
Why is it important for Octavia to find the missing key, and what do you think it represents?
How did Octavia's friends help her in her adventure? Can you think of a time when your friends helped you?
What would you do if you were in Octavia’s place during her journey? Would you make the same choices she did?
If you could create your own magical world behind a fairy door, what would it look like and who would live there?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in Octavia's world, asking them how they might feel or react in similar situations.
Discuss the importance of teamwork and friendship as shown in the book, relating it to your child's experiences with friends and family.
Explore the theme of bravery and problem-solving by asking your child how they approach challenges and if they would do things differently than Octavia.
Use descriptive scenes from the book to help your child enhance their descriptive language and expand their vocabulary.
After reading, encourage your child to draw or create their version of a fairy door and describe what adventures might lie behind it.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of courage and bravery
Explanation: In 'Octavia Bloom and the Missing Key', Octavia shows bravery when she decides to enter the magical world through the fairy door to find the missing key. Her journey is filled with challenges that she tackles head-on.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face their own fears and challenges in life, understanding that bravery can lead to positive outcomes even in unfamiliar situations.
Example Lesson: The value of friendship and teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the story, Octavia relies on her friends and learns to work together with them to solve the mystery of the missing key. This collaboration is pivotal in achieving their goal.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of cooperating and valuing each person’s input in group settings like school projects or team sports.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and taking initiative
Explanation: Octavia takes responsibility for finding the missing key and organizes a plan of action, showing initiative and leadership.
Real-World Application: Children learn about the significance of taking responsibility for their actions and the impact of proactive behavior in their daily tasks and long-term goals.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: The book illustrates Octavia and her friends encountering various obstacles and using their intellect and creativity to overcome them.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to apply critical thinking and creativity to navigate problems they face in academic and personal settings.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of setbacks
Explanation: Throughout her adventure, Octavia faces setbacks but she perseveres and remains determined to find the key.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand that setbacks are a natural part of any journey and that persistence is key to overcoming them.