Reading Champion: One Hundred Wishes
#32 in Reading champion Series
What’s inside...
In 'Reading Champion: One Hundred Wishes' by Enid Richemont, young readers join the protagonist on an enchanting journey as they uncover a mysterious bottle with 100 wishes, teaching them about decision-making and the consequences of their choices. In another tale, Miserable old Stan, after being granted three wishes, learns about greed and the value of friendship when his wishes escape and transform his lonely life. Both stories are part of the Reading Champion series, which offers independent reading books to help children practise and reinforce their developing reading skills. These stories come with engaging artwork and activities, and are graded to match a child's reading ability to encourage reading for pleasure.
Discussion points
What would you wish for if you had one hundred wishes, and why?
How did the characters in the book use their wishes? Were some ways better than others?
What does this story teach us about the importance of being thoughtful with our choices?
If you could grant a wish for someone else, what would it be and who would you grant it to?
How do you think the story would change if you were a character with a hundred wishes?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine their own list of wishes before or after reading to make connections with the story.
Discuss the outcomes of the characters' wishes to highlight the moral and ethical aspects of decision-making.
Use the theme of wishes to talk about empathy by asking your child how they can make positive changes in others’ lives with thoughtful actions.
Relate the story's scenarios to real-life situations to enhance problem-solving skills.
Ask your child to draw or write about an additional scene that could fit into the book, based on their understanding of the story’s themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The power of kindness
Explanation: The story showcases how a child's simple acts of kindness can bring joy and change to the lives of others.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by engaging in small acts of kindness at school or home, like sharing toys or helping a friend in need.
Example Lesson: Value of perseverance
Explanation: Characters in 'One Hundred Wishes' face challenges but learn the importance of not giving up in the pursuit of their goals.
Real-World Application: Kids can mirror this persistence in real life during challenging tasks at school or in learning new skills, understanding that perseverance often leads to success.
Example Lesson: Importance of imagination
Explanation: The story encourages children to use their imagination to envision a better world and to solve problems creatively.
Real-World Application: In everyday life, children can use their creativity to tackle homework or play, thinking outside the box for innovative solutions.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: Through interactions between characters, the book highlights the importance of being empathetic and understanding different perspectives.
Real-World Application: Children can practice empathy by considering their peers' feelings and viewpoints during conflicts or collaborative activities.
Example Lesson: Achieving dreams through collaboration
Explanation: The narrative shows that teamwork and cooperation are crucial in achieving one's dreams or goals.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson in group projects or team sports, learning that collaboration often yields the best results.