The Dragon in the Library
#1 in Kit the Wizard Series
What’s inside...
Save the library, save the world! Kit can't STAND reading. She'd MUCH rather be outside, playing games and getting muddy, than stuck inside with a book. But when she's dragged along to the library one day by her two best friends, she makes an incredible discovery - and soon it's up to Kit and her friends to save the library—and its resident dragon—from a power-hungry tycoon. In a fast-paced and funny adventure, Kit must use the magic of books to save the library and the world.
Discussion points
What would you do if you found out your local library had a magical secret like in the book?
How did the characters' feelings about reading and books change throughout the story?
Which magical creature in the book was your favorite and why?
If you could have any magical power from the book, what would it be and what would you do with it?
How can we help keep libraries magical and exciting places, just like in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the magical world of the story. Ask them to describe what their own local library would look like if it were magical. This not only enriches their engagement with the book but also enhances their creative thinking. Emphasize the themes of friendship, courage, and the joy of discovering new things through reading, drawing parallels to their own experiences with books and learning.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of curiosity and exploration
Explanation: The protagonist, Kit, discovers a magical world inside her local library, highlighting the theme that curiosity leads to extraordinary discoveries.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to explore new topics, ask questions, and seek out new experiences, both academically and in everyday life.
Example Lesson: Value of teamwork and friendship
Explanation: Kit, Alita, and Josh work together to solve the mystery in the library, demonstrating how collaboration can accomplish goals that might be unattainable individually.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of cooperating with others, whether in school projects or in group activities, to achieve common objectives.
Example Lesson: Respecting and caring for books
Explanation: Throughout the story, the characters learn about the significance of books and the knowledge they contain, which helps them in their quest.
Real-World Application: Instills a respect for books and the written word, encouraging children to take care of their books and appreciate the value of reading.
Example Lesson: Courage to face the unknown
Explanation: Kit overcomes her initial reluctance to engage with books and discovers her magical abilities, representing bravery in confronting the unknown.
Real-World Application: Motivates children to be brave when encountering new or challenging situations, reinforcing that facing fears can lead to growth and new opportunities.
Example Lesson: The power of imagination
Explanation: The magical adventures in the story stem from the characters' interactions with books, showing how imagination can turn reading into an exciting activity.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to use their imagination to enhance their reading experience and creativity in problem-solving and storytelling.