The Complete Chronicles of Narnia
#1 of 7 in The Chronicles of Narnia Series
What’s inside...
This single volume contains all seven books in the series about the land of Narnia. It includes 'The Magician's Nephew', 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe', 'The Horse and His Boy', 'Prince Caspian', 'The Voyage of the Dawn Treader', 'The Silver Chair', and 'The Last Battle'. Don’t miss one of America’s top 100 most-loved novels, selected by PBS’s The Great American Read.
Character compass
Lucy Pevensie
Polly Plum
Hwin
Aravis
Jill Pole
Susan Pevensie
Puddleglum
Reepicheep
Digory Kirke
King Lune
Bree
Shasta (Prince Cor)
Prince Rilian
Eustace Clarence Scrubb
King Caspian X
Edmund Pevensie
Peter Pevensie
Aslan
The Lady Of The Green Kirtle
Jadis (The White Witch)
King Miraz
Andrew Ketterley (Uncle Andrew)
Discussion points
What would you do if you found a magical world like Narnia inside a wardrobe? How would you explore it?
Which character in Narnia do you relate to most, and why?
Narnia has many different creatures, both talking animals and mythical beings. Which one would you like to meet and what would you ask them?
What lessons do you think we can learn from the challenges the Pevensie siblings face?
Do you think it's important to have courage like Lucy and Edmund, or wisdom like Susan and Peter? Can you think of a time you showed one of these qualities?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage imaginative thinking by asking your child to describe their version of a magical land.
Discuss the moral and ethical decisions characters make, and relate them to the child’s own experiences.
Highlight the importance of teamwork in overcoming obstacles, drawing parallels to real-life situations.
Stimulate empathy by discussing the character's feelings and reactions, and how your child might feel in similar circumstances.
Use the allegorical aspects of the story to delve deeper into underlying messages and values.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: Throughout 'The Complete Chronicles of Narnia', characters like Peter and Lucy exhibit courage when facing daunting challenges, such as battling the White Witch or protecting Narnia from evil.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of facing fears and standing up for what is right, encouraging them to tackle personal challenges with bravery.
Example Lesson: The Importance of Integrity
Explanation: Aslan, the noble lion, represents truth and integrity. His actions and sacrifices underline the importance of honesty and moral uprightness in the face of deception and evil.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of being honest and maintaining strong ethical principles in their day-to-day interactions and decisions.
Example Lesson: The Power of Forgiveness
Explanation: The story showcases forgiveness through Edmund's betrayal and subsequent redemption with the help of Aslan. This act of forgiveness plays a pivotal role in restoring peace in Narnia.
Real-World Application: Children learn that forgiving others can lead to reconciliation and positive outcomes, teaching them to resolve conflicts amicably.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: The Pevensie siblings, along with their new Narnian friends, often succeed by working together, pooling their strengths to overcome obstacles, which highlights the impact of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This encourages cooperation and shows how collaborative efforts can achieve common goals, useful in group projects or family tasks.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and Leadership
Explanation: Characters such as King Peter and Queen Lucy take on leadership roles in Narnia, making key decisions for the wellbeing of their subjects, demonstrating responsible governance.
Real-World Application: This helps children understand the importance of responsible decision-making and leading by example in their own lives, be it at home or school.