Special Magic (Evie Everyday Witch Book 3)
Evie Everyday Witch Series
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What’s inside...
When dangerous creatures appear in Wyndemere, Evie Everyday, a young witch, decides it's time to prove her abilities by tackling the problem on her own. Despite being constantly helped by her magical friends—Nip the cat, Sylvie the bat, Pops the corn cob, Jack-o-lantern, and Izzy—Evie forbids their assistance to show everyone her true capabilities. Her tasks include catching zombies, locating a loose hobgoblin, refusing help from her friends without upsetting them, and uncovering who is targeting her. But as her plans start to unravel, Evie realizes the only way to successfully save the day is by repeatedly using Special Magic. 'Evie Everyday Witch' is a chapter book series that is perfect for kids aged 7-12, especially those who are reluctant readers. With a blend of humor and fantasy, Evie’s adventures are designed not only to entertain but to encourage children to embrace reading.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-12
Length
197 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What would you do if you had magic powers for a day?
How did Evie handle the challenges she faced? What can we learn from her?
Why do you think friendship is important in Evie's adventures?
What do you think makes someone a good friend?
How do you think the story would change if it took place in our town?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use open-ended questions that allow your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story.
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences, fostering deeper personal connections.
Discuss the characters’ actions and decisions to guide your child in understanding moral and ethical lessons.
Praise your child’s responses to build their confidence in expressing their viewpoints.
Create a comfortable reading environment that allows for pauses to discuss interesting parts of the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: Evie learns to value and trust her friends as they support each other through various magical challenges.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to build strong relationships by supporting and trusting their friends in school or during play.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Throughout the book, Evie encounters problems that require clever thinking and bravery to solve, emphasizing cognitive development.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to think critically and creatively when faced with challenges in their daily lives.
Example Lesson: Accepting differences
Explanation: Evie interacts with characters who are different from her, learning to accept and appreciate these differences.
Real-World Application: Children are reminded of the value of diversity and can learn to respect and embrace people's differences in their communities.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Evie is tasked with important responsibilities that teach her the consequences of her actions.
Real-World Application: This helps children understand the importance of being responsible for their actions and the impact they can have on others.
Example Lesson: The power of perseverance
Explanation: Evie faces setbacks in her magical adventures, but her determination helps her to overcome them.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of not giving up in the face of difficulties, which is a crucial skill in schooling and personal growth.