Reading Champion: A New King: Independent Reading Purple 8
Reading champion Series
What’s inside...
The kingdom of Eldoria is in turmoil after the loss of their king. A young villager named Eli unexpectedly discovers he is next in line for the throne. The book follows his journey from an inexperienced boy to a wise ruler, with magical and adventurous twists along the way. This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE). Lion is tired of being king. He decides to hold a contest to see which animal is most deserving of the throne. You won't believe who crosses the finish line first! Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills. Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes a good leader after reading about the new king?
How would you help your friends or family if you were king or queen?
What was the most exciting part of the story for you, and why?
If you could change one thing in the story, what would it be and why?
How do you think the characters felt when there was a new king?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the characters' situations, enhancing empathy and understanding.
Discuss the moral or lesson of the story to reinforce values like leadership and responsibility.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next in the story before turning the page, to enhance their analytical thinking.
Relate the story's context to real-life scenarios to help your child connect the themes of the book to the world around them.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Leadership and Responsibility
Explanation: The story revolves around a young protagonist who steps up as a new king, showcasing the traits of being a responsible and fair leader.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of taking on responsibilities and making fair decisions in group settings like school projects or family chores.
Example Lesson: The Value of Courage
Explanation: Facing challenges and making tough decisions is a significant part of the protagonist's journey, teaching about the essence of courage.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this by confidently facing new challenges at school or in social situations, understanding that it’s okay to feel scared but still strive to overcome fear.
Example Lesson: Importance of Good Judgement
Explanation: The protagonist's decisions impact his kingdom, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful decision-making.
Real-World Application: This highlights to children the consequences of their choices and encourages them to think carefully in situations like resolving conflicts with friends.
Example Lesson: Learning through Mistakes
Explanation: The young king makes mistakes and learns from them, which is crucial in his development as a leader.
Real-World Application: Children learn that mistakes are part of learning and growth. They are encouraged to try new things and learn from the outcomes rather than fearing failure.