Pearl the Proper Unicorn
#3 in Pearl Series
What’s inside...
In the third book in the chapter book series from author Sally Odgers and illustrator Adele K. Thomas, Pearl the Magical Unicorn and her friends Olive and Tweet embark on another adventure in 'Pearl the Proper Unicorn!' They encounter a new unicorn named Prince Percy, who is perfect in every way. However, when mean, smelly gobble-uns take over the pond, the group must decide whether Prince Percy's perfect magic or Pearl's magic is needed to save the day.
Discussion points
What do you think makes Pearl the unicorn different from the other unicorns?
Why is it important for Pearl to follow her own path?
How did Pearl's choices affect the other characters in the story?
What would you have done if you were in Pearl's situation?
How do you feel about the way the story ended?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading each chapter, ask your child to predict what will happen next and discuss their thoughts.
After reading, relate the situations in the book to your child’s own experiences, facilitating deeper personal connections with the themes.
Encourage your child to describe their favorite part and explain why they liked it to foster articulation and reasoning.
Discuss the importance of individuality and making choices that align with one's values, mirroring Pearl’s journey in the book.
Celebrate the critical thinking process by acknowledging your child's perspectives, even if they differ from the storyline, to validate their thought processes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Manners
Explanation: In 'Pearl the Proper Unicorn,' Pearl demonstrates good manners throughout, effectively modeling polite behavior.
Real-World Application: Children can emulate Pearl’s manners in their daily interactions, learning to say 'please,' 'thank you,' and taking turns while playing with others.
Example Lesson: Value of Patience
Explanation: Pearl shows patience when dealing with her friends, waiting calmly during challenging situations.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson by practicing patience, like waiting their turn in line or listening to others without interrupting.
Example Lesson: Benefits of Helping Others
Explanation: Pearl often helps her friends solve problems, reinforcing the joy and importance of helping others.
Real-World Application: Children can look for opportunities to help at home or school, such as assisting a classmate with a difficult task or doing chores without being asked.
Example Lesson: Respecting Differences
Explanation: Throughout the book, Pearl interacts with various creatures who are different from her, promoting acceptance and understanding.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to embrace diversity and be open to friendships with peers who might look or act differently.
Example Lesson: Practice Makes Perfect
Explanation: Pearl practices her skills regularly, which helps her excel and reminds readers that practice leads to improvement.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to persist in practicing their own skills, whether academic, artistic, or physical, understanding that improvement comes with consistent effort.