Secret Kingdom Special: Christmas Ballerina
#3 of 8 in Secret Kingdom Series
on Goodreads (96)
What’s inside...
Ellie, Summer, and Jasmine are getting ready for their Christmas celebrations when the Magic Box summons them to the Secret Kingdom. Their old friend King Merry is in trouble again - his wicked sister Queen Malice has cast another of her horrible spells on him! Can the girls work together to break the spell, or will Christmas be ruined for everyone in the Secret Kingdom? A bumper Christmas installment in the gorgeous new series that's tailor-made for little girls.
Discussion points
What did you think about Ellie, Summer, and Jasmine’s adventure to save the Secret Kingdom? What would you have done if you were in their shoes?
How did the girls' teamwork help them at the Christmas Ballerina event? Can you think of a time when you worked together with friends to solve a problem?
The Secret Kingdom has many magical elements. If you could have any magical power, what would it be and why?
What lessons did you learn from the story? How can you apply these lessons in your own life?
How did the story make you feel when the Christmas Ballerina’s performance was saved? Why do you think it's important to help others?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to put themselves in the characters' shoes, fostering empathy and critical thinking about what they might do in similar situations.
Discuss the importance of teamwork as shown in the book, and relate it to real-life examples from your child’s experiences at school or during play.
Use the magical elements of the Secret Kingdom to spark your child's imagination. Ask them to fantasize about their own magical worlds or powers, enhancing their creativity.
Highlight the moral lessons from the story, and encourage your child to think about how they can implement these lessons in their daily interactions and decisions.
Focus on the emotions evoked by the story's resolution to help your child understand the joy of helping and sharing with others.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The power of kindness
Explanation: In 'Secret Kingdom Special: Christmas Ballerina', characters show kindness to each other, which helps resolve conflicts and build relationships.
Real-World Application: Children learn that being kind to their peers can lead to friendships and help in solving disagreements.
Example Lesson: Importance of teamwork
Explanation: The characters in the book collaborate to organize a spectacular Christmas ballet performance, emphasizing that teamwork leads to success.
Real-World Application: Kids understand the value of working together in group activities at school or in sports, promoting harmony and shared achievements.
Example Lesson: Following dreams
Explanation: The protagonist's journey represents the pursuit of personal dreams, showing determination and passion in achieving her goal to perform in the ballet.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to identify their passions and work toward their own goals, fostering a sense of ambition and determination.
Example Lesson: Overcoming obstacles
Explanation: Throughout the story, characters encounter and overcome various challenges, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: Teaches children that facing difficulties is a part of life and that perseverance can help them overcome these challenges.
Example Lesson: Celebrating diversity
Explanation: The book features characters from various backgrounds coming together to celebrate a festive event, showing the beauty of diversity.
Real-World Application: Helps children appreciate and respect people from different cultures and backgrounds, enriching their social interactions and understanding.