Rainbow Magic: Layne the Surfing Fairy: The Gold Medal Games Fairies Book 1
#1 of 48 in The Gold Medal Games Fairies Series
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What’s inside...
Join Layne the Surfing Fairy on an enchanted adventure as she competes in the Gold Medal Games. With teamwork, magic, and a splash of fairy dust, Layne must help her team win the gold medal while overcoming obstacles that test her courage and determination. Meanwhile, Rachel, Kirsty and the Gold Medal Games Fairies work to ensure the smooth running of surfing, skateboarding, skiing, and snowboarding events. When Rachel and Kirsty compete in the School Gold Medal Games, they encounter trouble from Jack Frost and his goblins who aim to sabotage the games. Rachel and Kirsty must help Layne save the surfing event and secure victory. Don't miss the rest of the Gold Medal Games Fairies series for more magical sporting adventures.
Discussion points
How did Layne the Surfing Fairy use her skills to overcome challenges in the story?
What lessons can we learn about teamwork and perseverance from Layne's adventures?
Can you think of a time when you had to work with others to achieve a goal, like Layne does in the book?
How do you think the different fairies support each other in the Gold Medal Games?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and draw parallels from the book to their own experiences. Use open-ended questions to foster deeper understanding and connection to the story's themes. Highlight the importance of qualities like resilience and cooperation as demonstrated by Layne, and relate them to real-life situations your child may face.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Layne the Surfing Fairy demonstrates perseverance as she faces challenges during the Gold Medal Games. Her determination to succeed despite obstacles is a central theme.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to persist through difficulties, whether in their studies, sports, or personal projects, mirroring Layne’s resilience.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, Layne collaborates with other fairies, emphasizing the importance of working together to achieve common goals.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson by engaging in cooperative activities at school or in play, learning that teamwork can lead to greater accomplishments.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: Layne's connection to the ocean and surfing highlights the need to respect and protect natural environments.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to care for nature, whether by not littering, participating in local clean-up days, or learning about environmental conservation.