Stronger Than Magic and Starlight Surprise (My Secret Unicorn)
#4 of 8 in My Secret Unicorn Series
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What’s inside...
In 'Stronger Than Magic', Lauren discovers that her pony, Twilight, is actually a magical unicorn. They embark on adventures, using Twilight's magic to help friends and animals, proving their bond and magic's strength. In 'Starlight Surprise', their journey continues with mystery and discovery about Twilight's past, guided by a magical star, testing their friendship and magical abilities.
Character compass
Lauren
Twilight
Discussion points
What do you think makes the bond between Lauren and Twilight so special?
How do you think magic helps solve the problems in the story?
Can you think of a time when you felt like you had a secret power like Lauren?
What would you do if you had a magical unicorn as a friend?
How do the characters in the book show courage and kindness?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine having their own magical friend and discuss what magical adventures they would go on together.
Discuss with your child the importance of friendship and trust, as portrayed in the book.
Connect the magical elements of the story to real-life situations where your child needed to solve a problem and discuss the ‘magic’ they used
Praise your child’s responses to instill confidence and engage them further in the discussion.
Use descriptive scenes from the book to help your child visualize and connect more deeply with the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: Throughout the 'Stronger Than Magic' and 'Starlight Surprise', the protagonist, Lauren, relies on her friends to help her navigate various challenges, demonstrating the value of trust and support among friends.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to build and maintain supportive friendships, understanding that teamwork can often lead to better solutions to problems.
Example Lesson: The power of perseverance
Explanation: Lauren encounters numerous obstacles while handling magical situations but she never gives up. Her perseverance helps her to overcome difficulties and find joy in her accomplishments.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to persist in the face of challenges, understanding that resilience and determination are key to achieving goals.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Lauren's secret of having a unicorn comes with the responsibility of caring for it and using its magic wisely. She learns to manage her responsibilities with great care.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of being responsible in different aspects of life, such as taking care of pets, managing their time for homework, and being thoughtful in their decisions.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: In 'Starlight Surprise', Lauren shows great empathy towards others' feelings and situations, which helps her to forge stronger bonds and resolve conflicts.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the perspective of others better, fostering a more empathetic and inclusive approach in their interactions.
Example Lesson: Creative problem solving
Explanation: Lauren often uses creative thinking to solve magical dilemmas that are otherwise unsolvable by conventional means, showing that sometimes, thinking outside the box is necessary.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to think creatively in their problem-solving processes, which can be applied in academic settings and personal challenges.