The Truth About Trolls (Fairy Tale Superstars)
Fairy-Tale Superstars Series
What’s inside...
Trolls have trampled through popular fairy tales for many years. Have you ever wondered what trolls look like, where they hide out, or why they like darkness? Stomp through the pages of this book to find out the truth about trolls.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think the trolls in the story acted the way they did?
Can you think of a time when someone misunderstood you, like how the trolls were misunderstood?
What would you do if you met a troll from the story?
How do you think the story would change if the trolls and the other characters tried to understand each other from the beginning?
What did you learn about handling misunderstandings from the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think from different perspectives, helping them to develop empathy. Use examples from the book to relate to real-life scenarios, making the discussion relevant. Ask your child to imagine their own endings or solutions, fostering creativity. Reinforce the lessons about misunderstanding and communication from the book, highlighting how they can apply these in their daily interactions.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The story reveals the misunderstood nature of trolls, showing how they feel when they are unfairly judged.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to consider the feelings of others before making judgments, fostering kinder interactions with peers.
Example Lesson: Critical Thinking
Explanation: Characters in the book must discern the truth about trolls beyond common myths, encouraging analysis and questioning of information.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to challenge stereotypes and seek deeper understanding in real-life situations.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: The protagonists bravely interact with the trolls, despite their initial fears and the prevalent negative stereotypes.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of facing their fears and the value of personal courage when confronting the unknown.
Example Lesson: Friendship
Explanation: The book showcases the development of friendships between humans and trolls, built on trust and mutual respect.
Real-World Application: This lesson highlights the importance of building friendships that cross cultural or perceived boundaries, promoting inclusivity.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Characters in the story solve misunderstandings between humans and trolls through dialogue and peaceful resolutions.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of resolving conflicts through communication rather than aggression, applicable in playground or classroom disputes.