Rescue Princesses: The Magic Rings (The Rescue Princesses)
#6 of 12 in The Rescue Princesses Series
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What’s inside...
Friendship, animals and secret royal adventures! With over one million Rescue Princesses titles sold, this action-packed series is the perfect combination of good friends, beautiful dresses, ninja moves and baby animals! Princess Lottie and her three friends are the new Rescue Princesses! And they're set for their first adventure. A beautiful foal has mysteriously disappeared from the palace stables. The girls have a plan of action, but Lottie is worried. What if they're not brave enough? Or can't keep a secret? After all, it takes more than a few ninja moves to make a proper Rescue Princess. From Paula Harrison, author of the Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue series. With short chapters and beautifully illustrated throughout, the Rescue Princesses series is perfect for readers aged seven and up. Related activity sheets are available on the Nosy Crow website. Check out the other titles in this series: The Secret Promise, The Wishing Pearl, The Moonlight Mystery and many more!
Character compass
Princess Clarabel
Princess Jaminta
Princess Lulu
Princess Emily
Discussion points
How do you think the princesses felt when they discovered the magic rings? What would you feel in their place?
What qualities do you admire in the Rescue Princesses and why?
If you had a magic ring, what kind of powers would you like it to have, and how would you use them to help others?
What do you think makes someone a true hero?
How can teamwork help to solve problems, as seen in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, showing genuine interest in their ideas. Relate the princesses' adventures to real-life challenges and discuss how bravery and friendship can help overcome obstacles. Ask them to imagine alternative endings or adventures based on the book’s themes. Using the moral lessons from the book, guide discussions on how they can apply these lessons in their own lives.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: The Rescue Princesses work together using each of their unique skills to solve problems and overcome challenges throughout the story.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to value each team member’s contribution towards achieving a common goal.
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: The characters in the book face various dangers and difficulties, showing bravery in protecting the magical animals and each other.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face their fears whether trying new activities or standing up for what's right, reinforcing the importance of courage in daily life.
Example Lesson: Kindness and Compassion
Explanation: The princesses show great care and compassion towards the magical creatures they are protecting, which reflects in their actions and decisions.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to be considerate and empathetic towards both animals and people, fostering a nurturing environment around them.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: Throughout the book, the princesses encounter various challenges that require critical thinking and problem-solving to resolve.
Real-World Application: Children learn to approach problems thoughtfully and explore different solutions, which is a vital skill in academics and personal life.
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: The story highlights the strong bonds between the Rescue Princesses and how their friendship helps them through their adventures.
Real-World Application: This lesson underlines the value of building and maintaining friendships, showing children how friendships can provide support and joy in life.