The Silver Casket (Something Wickedly Weird)
#3 in Something Wickedly Weird Series
What’s inside...
Crampton Rock is a peaceful fishing village on a remote island, accessible only at low tide. But Stanley has awoken the ghostly world of long dead and buried pirates - and they are heading to meet him. Originally published under the title 'The Silver Casket'.
Character compass
Stanley Buggles
Ned Blood
Discussion points
What do you think about the choices that Stanley makes throughout his adventures? How would you handle the situations he faced?
How do the friendships in the story impact the journey of the characters? Can you relate any of these friendships to your own?
What role does the silver casket play in the story? What do you think it symbolizes?
How do the settings in the book contribute to the mood of the story? Which location in the book would you like to visit and why?
If you could have a magical object like the silver casket, what powers would you want it to have?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their opinions about the characters’ decisions, and relate it to their own experiences.
Discuss the importance of teamwork as shown in the book, and ask them about times when they had to work together with others to achieve a goal.
Explore the concept of curiosity and discovery through the mystery of the silver casket, prompting them to think about things they are curious about.
Use descriptive scenes from the book to help your child imagine and describe their own fantasy setting, enhancing their creativity and descriptive skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of adversity
Explanation: In 'The Silver Casket,' the characters often face dangerous and frightening situations but demonstrate bravery by confronting their fears to protect their friends and loved ones.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of facing their own challenges bravely, whether it’s standing up to a bully, trying out for a new activity, or defending a friend.
Example Lesson: The value of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, the characters must work together to solve puzzles and overcome obstacles, teaching that cooperation and collaboration are key to success.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to work cooperatively in group settings such as in school projects or sports teams, understanding that collective efforts often yield better results.
Example Lesson: Importance of curiosity and learning
Explanation: The protagonists' quest is driven by a thirst for knowledge and discovery, highlighting how curiosity can lead to important revelations and solutions.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to explore their own interests and pursue learning opportunities, recognizing that education is a lifelong adventure that extends beyond the classroom.
Example Lesson: Consequences of dishonesty
Explanation: Characters who deceive others or withhold truth face negative repercussions, illustrating the importance of honesty.
Real-World Application: This lesson serves as a reminder for children to practice truthfulness in their daily interactions and understand the impact of their actions on others.
Example Lesson: Resilience in overcoming failure
Explanation: The characters often encounter setbacks in their adventure, but their persistence teaches that failure is a stepping stone to success rather than a roadblock.
Real-World Application: Children learn to view challenges as opportunities for growth and not be discouraged by failures, but instead use them as motivation to improve and persist.