The Chosen Knights (Crossroads Saga Book 5)
#1 in The Angel Knights Series
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What’s inside...
When teens go missing in Hawaii, a group of demon-hunters—half human and half angel—disguised as high school students, must leave Crossroads, the place where they reside. In a race against time, they uncover the mystery connecting the missing teens, which dates back to the era of the Knights Templar. However, when they discover one of the Templars passed down a book containing all the secrets and codes to finding a particular treasure, they soon realize this forbidden treasure needs to be found before Cyrus, the lord of the possessor demons, acquires it—a treasure which been safeguarded and hidden from him. There is only one problem: the pages containing the clues leading to the treasure is missing. When the first page is found, Cyrus threatens to kill more descendants of the Knights Templar if it is not given to him by Friday the thirteenth. In the midst of threats and discovery, the demon-hunting angels find they are not alone when supernatural beings begin to reveal themselves. Can they put their differences aside and work together to solve the Knights Templars’ cipher? As they astral travel to the past, they witness a lot more than they have bargained for. And some things are better left unseen. (Spin-off to Crossroads Saga) - Read Prequel - The Angel Knights - first **Can be read as stand-alone
Discussion points
How do you think the characters' challenges in the book compare to challenges we face in real life?
What qualities do the knights possess that you admire or would like to develop?
How do the choices made by the characters influence the story's outcome?
What have you learned about the importance of teamwork from the knights' adventures?
Can you think of a time when you had to make a difficult decision, like the characters in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and relate the characters' experiences to their own life.
Praise their insights and contributions to the conversation to build their confidence in expressing opinions.
Ask follow-up questions based on their responses to dive deeper into their understanding of the story.
Discuss the moral lessons of the story and how they can be applied to everyday situations.
Create a welcoming and open environment where your child feels comfortable sharing their feelings and ideas about the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: In 'The Chosen Knights', characters must work together to solve challenges and combat threats, demonstrating the power of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by engaging in collaborative group activities in school or play, learning to value and respect others' input and strengths.
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: The protagonists face their fears to protect others, teaching readers about the importance of courage in the face of adversity.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to stand up for themselves and others, and to face challenging situations with bravery.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and Duty
Explanation: The young knights take on responsibilities for the greater good, instilling a sense of duty and the importance of fulfilling one’s role.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to take responsibility for their actions and duties, be it in their household chores, schoolwork, or in caring for others.
Example Lesson: The value of perseverance
Explanation: Characters in the book often face setbacks but continue to strive towards their goals, embodying perseverance.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of persistence in achieving goals despite difficulties, applicable in their studies, hobbies, and personal goals.
Example Lesson: Understanding and Compassion
Explanation: As characters interact with diverse beings, they learn and demonstrate understanding and compassion.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to be empathetic and compassionate towards people from different backgrounds and communities.