Storm
#2 in Wintering Trilogy Series
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What’s inside...
Kell has escaped from the enclave where he grew up, nurtured and controlled by the massive artificial intelligence called Mother, out into the terrifying world beyond. A world of intense cold and blizzards, of animals that have survived the great ice-age and of people. People who were never let into the enclaves all those thousands of years before, people who have struggled to survive but who have kept their freedom. But Mother is not ready to relinquish control just yet. From the isolated utopias of the enclaves where the remnants of mankind live out carefully controlled lives to the drama and wonder of the newly revealed outside world, a savagely beautiful wilderness stripped bare of man, Stephen Bowkett has created a trilogy of novels full of the danger and excitement of exploration. The exploration of a new world, the exploration of a society whose motives we think we understand, and the exploration of ourselves as we face up to new challenges and knowledge that turns everything we thought we knew on our head.
Discussion points
What did you think about the way the characters reacted to the storm? How would you react in a similar situation?
The storm in the book caused a lot of changes. Can you think of a time when a big change happened in your life? How did it make you feel?
What do you think is the main message of the story? How do you apply this message in your day-to-day life?
How did the characters help each other during the storm? Why is teamwork important in difficult times?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings and thoughts about the story. Validate their emotions and provide personal examples to help them relate to the characters. Highlight the importance of resilience and teamwork, as demonstrated in the book, and discuss how these qualities can be applied in real life. Use the story as a springboard to talk about personal experiences with natural events or changes, fostering a deeper connection and understanding.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of challenges
Explanation: In 'Storm', the protagonist faces numerous obstacles that they must overcome, showcasing resilience and determination.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to stay persistent and keep trying even when they face difficulties in their own lives, whether in school or during personal challenges.
Example Lesson: Importance of teamwork
Explanation: The characters in 'Storm' must work together to navigate the challenges presented by the storm, emphasizing the power of collaboration.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of cooperation and working closely with others to achieve a common goal, useful in group projects or family tasks.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: The story highlights how characters understand and empathize with each other's fears and hopes during the storm.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this understanding by learning to recognize and respect the feelings and perspectives of others in their school or community.
Example Lesson: Courage to face the unknown
Explanation: As the storm approaches, characters display bravery despite uncertainties, teaching courage.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be brave when they encounter new or unfamiliar situations.
Example Lesson: Adaptability to change
Explanation: Through the evolving challenges of the storm, the book shows how characters adapt to their changing environment.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to be flexible and adapt to changes such as moving to a new place or transitioning to a different school level.