The Zillah Rebellion
#2 in Katie & Zillah Series
What’s inside...
Katie has settled into her new Cornish existence, but a return to London beckons. Can she really bear to go back? Meanwhile, Zillah's parents have an idea to solve their financial troubles. This book is a sequel to the successful 'Zillah and Me.'
Discussion points
What do you think motivated Zillah to start a rebellion?
How do you feel about the way Zillah handled challenges in the story?
What would you have done differently if you were in Zillah's position?
How did Zillah’s actions affect the other characters, and what does that teach us about leadership?
If you could speak to Zillah, what advice or support would you offer her?
Tip: Role play these questions
Ensure a calm and open environment for discussion where your child feels comfortable expressing their thoughts and feelings about the story.
Encourage your child to put themselves in Zillah's shoes to deepen their understanding of her motives and feelings.
Highlight the importance of resilience and leadership demonstrated by Zillah, relating these to real-life scenarios your child might encounter.
Use examples from the book to discuss the broader consequences of actions and the importance of thinking about how one’s decisions can affect others.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in adversity
Explanation: In 'The Zillah Rebellion', the protagonist faces various challenges but overcomes them bravely, teaching the reader about resilience.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by facing school challenges or personal fears with bravery and a positive attitude.
Example Lesson: Importance of teamwork
Explanation: The characters in the book often work together to solve problems, demonstrating the power of collaboration.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to cooperate with siblings and classmates in group tasks or team sports, understanding that teamwork can lead to success.
Example Lesson: Value of loyalty
Explanation: Throughout the story, loyalty among friends and allies plays a crucial role in overcoming obstacles, showing the importance of trust and faithfulness.
Real-World Application: Children can practice being reliable friends in their interactions, building strong, trustworthy relationships.
Example Lesson: Justice and fairness
Explanation: The book portrays the fight for justice in the face of tyranny, emphasizing moral integrity and fairness.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be fair in their judgements and actions, whether in sharing equally with others or standing up against wrongdoing.
Example Lesson: Leadership and decision-making
Explanation: Key characters in the book take on leadership roles, making tough decisions for the common good, which highlights the essence of responsible leadership.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to take initiative in leadership roles during group activities and make thoughtful decisions considering the welfare of others.