The Magic Cornet
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What’s inside...
The Magic Cornet follows the enchanting adventure of a young girl named Elara who discovers a magical cornet that can control time. As she navigates the challenges and excitement this power brings, Elara learns valuable lessons about friendship, responsibility, and the importance of harmony. Marco is sad because Daisy the cow is poorly. He gets a cornet from the market to cheer himself up, but will he be able to cheer up Daisy?
Age
8-12
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes the cornet magical? Can you think of any magical items you would like?
How did the main character feel when they first found the cornet? How would you feel if it was you?
What are some of the challenges the characters faced? How did they overcome them?
What would you do if you were in the story? Would you make the same choices as the characters?
What do you think is the most important lesson from 'The Magic Cornet'? How can we apply this lesson in our own lives?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading: Change your voice for different characters and express emotions vividly to make the story come alive.
Encourage your child to describe their favorite parts or illustrations, fostering a deeper connection with the narrative.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next in the story, enhancing their anticipation and engagement.
Relate the story to your child’s experiences, asking if they’ve ever faced similar situations or felt similar emotions.
After reading, encourage your child to draw or act out their favorite scene, deepening their understanding and retention of the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Resilience through challenges
Explanation: The protagonist faces numerous obstacles while trying to protect the Magic Cornet, demonstrating perseverance.
Real-World Application: Children learn to remain determined and focused despite difficulties, bolstering their problem-solving skills and emotional resilience.
Example Lesson: Value of honesty
Explanation: The characters in the book face various situations where they must choose to be truthful, illustrating the positive outcomes of honesty.
Real-World Application: This instills in children the importance of being honest in their daily interactions, promoting trustworthiness and strong relationships.
Example Lesson: Cooperation and teamwork
Explanation: The quest for the Magic Cornet requires the characters to work together, showing the effectiveness of collaborative effort.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to apply cooperative skills in group activities at school or with friends, enhancing their ability to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Importance of friendship
Explanation: Throughout their adventure, the importance of friendship is highlighted as characters support each other.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of building and maintaining friendships, providing emotional support and companionship in their lives.
Example Lesson: Courage to face the unknown
Explanation: Characters venture into unknown places to recover the Magic Cornet, demonstrating bravery.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to step out of their comfort zones and explore new experiences, promoting growth and self-confidence.