The Snow Globe Adventure
What’s inside...
Join young Mia and her dog Ollie as they embark on a magical journey within a mysterious snow globe in 'The Snow Globe Adventure' by Caroline Walker. This enchanting tale takes readers to a winter wonderland where courage, friendship, and imagination light the way. As Mia adjusts to her new home in a cold climate and experiences snow for the first time, she discovers magic and adventure. Part of the Reading Champion series, this book is designed to encourage independent reading skills for children aged 7 and up, with artwork, reading activities, and carefully graded content.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think it feels like to be inside a snow globe?
How do you think the characters in the story felt when they went on their adventure?
What would you do if you were part of the snow globe adventure?
What was your favorite part of the book and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the story and ask how they would react in similar situations.
Discuss the emotions of the characters to help your child understand and express their own feelings.
Praise your child's responses to foster a positive reading environment and boost their confidence in expressing their thoughts.
Relate the story to real-life experiences to help your child grasp the themes of the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: In 'The Snow Globe Adventure', the characters must work together to solve the mystery of the magical globe, demonstrating how collaboration leads to success.
Real-World Application: Children learn that cooperating with others at school or in play can help them achieve common goals and solve problems more effectively.
Example Lesson: Value of curiosity and exploration
Explanation: The main characters’ journey through the enchanted snow globe world highlights the benefits of exploring new environments and asking questions.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to engage with the world around them, fostering a lifelong love of learning and discovery.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of challenges
Explanation: As the characters encounter various challenges in the snow globe, they learn to persevere and not give up despite difficulties.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of resilience, enabling them to face academic and personal challenges with determination.
Example Lesson: Respect for differences
Explanation: Throughout their adventure, the characters meet diverse creatures and learn to respect and embrace their differences.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand and appreciate diversity in their own communities, promoting inclusivity and empathy.
Example Lesson: Importance of imagination
Explanation: The magical elements of the snow globe world illustrate the power of imagination in creating joy and solutions.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to use their imagination in play and problem-solving, enhancing creativity and innovative thinking.