Tales of the Magical Postcards
#1 of 1 in Tales of the Magical Postcards Series
What’s inside...
Bruce and Angela are two friends who embark on a series of adventures around the world using magical postcards. In their first adventure, they travel to Germany where they are introduced to a local friend, Jan, by the Magical Postcard Club conductor. Together, they experience German festivals, local holidays, and explore beautiful castles. 'Tales of the Magical Postcards in Germany' is an exciting children's adventure series that encourages curiosity about different cultures and anticipates further explorations around the globe.
Discussion points
What magical place would you like a postcard from and why?
If you could send a magical postcard to anyone, who would it be and what message would you write?
How do you think the characters felt when they received their magical postcards?
What would you do if you received a postcard that could take you anywhere?
How did the places in the postcards differ from our world? What would you like to explore in those places?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to use their imagination by asking them to describe a magical place they would like to visit.
Discuss the emotions and reactions of the characters in the story to help children understand and express their own feelings.
Create a fun activity by having your child draw or create their own magical postcard complete with a special message.
Ask your child about the morals or lessons they think the characters learned from their adventures.
Use the book's themes to teach empathy by discussing how receiving a special message can impact someone’s day or life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of kindness
Explanation: In 'Tales of the Magical Postcards', the characters use magical postcards to send messages of support and encouragement to each other, fostering a community of kindness.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of supporting friends and family through kind words and actions, which they can practice at school or in social settings.
Example Lesson: The power of imagination
Explanation: The magical postcards transport the characters to fantastical worlds, showcasing the limitless possibilities of imagination.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to engage in creative play and storytelling, enhancing cognitive and creative skills.
Example Lesson: Responsibility in communication
Explanation: Characters must think carefully about what they write on the postcards, learning the consequences of their words.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to be considerate and thoughtful in their daily communications, whether verbal or written.
Example Lesson: Learning from diverse perspectives
Explanation: The postcards allow characters to experience life from different cultural and historical viewpoints, promoting empathy and understanding.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to be open to learning about and from others who come from different backgrounds.