The Sleeping Giant of Goll
#6 of 36 in The Secrets of Droon Series
What’s inside...
The book takes us on a magical journey of a young boy named Will, who discovers a sleeping giant in the magical world of Goll. The exciting journey is filled with fantastic creatures, magic, and adventure as Will and his friends embark on a quest to awaken the giant and save their world from imminent danger. Meanwhile, in a different magical world, Eric, Julie, and Neal are facing their own adventure as they try to stop the giant robot that Lord Sparr has awakened and now controls.
Discussion points
What do you think the giant feels when he wakes up after a long sleep?
Can you imagine what the world of Goll might look like? How would you describe it?
Why do you think the characters in the book reacted the way they did when they met the giant?
What would you do if you encountered a similar giant and what would you say to him?
How do you think the story would change if the giant was small instead of big?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the characters and their actions. This can help them connect emotionally with the story.
Ask your child to draw their version of the giant or the world of Goll, stimulating their creativity and reinforcing their understanding of the book's setting.
Discuss the decisions characters make and explore alternative choices, encouraging critical thinking.
Relate the themes of the story to real-life scenarios, which can help your child apply the lessons learned from the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: In 'The Sleeping Giant of Goll,' the characters must work together to overcome various challenges and the looming threat of the giant. Their success is heavily reliant on their ability to cooperate and combine their strengths.
Real-World Application: Children will learn that working cooperatively in group settings, like school projects or sports, can lead to better outcomes and can help them achieve goals that might be difficult to accomplish alone.
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of fear
Explanation: The protagonist and their friends face their fears when confronting the giant, demonstrating bravery and resilience. This portrayal shows that it's possible to act bravely even when you are afraid.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand that feeling scared is normal, but pushing through fear can help them overcome obstacles and grow stronger in challenging situations.
Example Lesson: The value of clever thinking and resourcefulness
Explanation: To defeat the giant, the characters in the book use their wits and the resources available to them, rather than relying solely on physical strength.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of using their intellect and being resourceful in solving problems, whether it's figuring out a difficult homework question or resolving a dispute with a peer.
Example Lesson: Respecting differences
Explanation: The diverse group of characters in the book learns to appreciate each other's unique abilities and perspectives, which is key to their success.
Real-World Application: This can teach children to value diversity and respect people who may be different from them, fostering a more inclusive attitude towards others in their community.
Example Lesson: Persistence pays off
Explanation: Throughout 'The Sleeping Giant of Goll,' the characters encounter setbacks and must try multiple strategies to succeed. Their persistence is ultimately rewarded when they finally overcome the giant.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to keep trying and not give up when facing difficulties, whether in academic, personal, or extracurricular endeavors.