Through the Looking Glass, and What Alice Found There
#2 of 7 in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland Series
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Excerpt from Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There follows Alice as she climbs through a mirror to discover a bizarre fantasy world on the other side of the glass. The story begins with an incident involving two kittens, one of which was being washed by an old cat and thus, absolved of any mischief. The book, published by Forgotten Books, is a digitally reconstructed reproduction of a historical work, preserving the original format while repairing imperfections from the aged copy.
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Discussion points
What do you think Alice felt when she stepped through the looking glass? How would you feel in a similar situation?
Alice meets many unique characters, like Tweedledee and Tweedledum. Who was your favorite character and why?
The story has lots of puzzles and wordplay, like the poem 'Jabberwocky.' What was your favorite riddle or puzzle in the book?
Alice experiences many changes in size in the story. What do you think these changes symbolize about growing up?
If you could create your own character to add to the story, what would they be like and how would they interact with Alice?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the book to personal experiences. For instance, ask them if they have ever felt 'small' or 'big' like Alice and what that meant to them.
Discuss the theme of curiosity and the importance of asking questions, inspired by Alice’s adventurous spirit.
Use creative prompts, such as drawing or role-playing, to help your child imagine and explore the fantastical elements of the story.
Tackle the book’s complex language by defining difficult words together, enhancing both vocabulary and comprehension.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of curiosity and exploration
Explanation: Alice's adventures begin when she steps through the looking glass, indicating a fearless pursuit of the unknown.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to ask questions and explore new subjects and areas, enhancing their understanding and learning.
Example Lesson: The value of resilience and adaptability
Explanation: Throughout her journey, Alice faces various challenges and odd characters but learns to navigate through them with resilience.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to adapt to new situations and to not be discouraged by obstacles they encounter.
Example Lesson: Understanding the consequences of choices
Explanation: The story includes moments where Alice makes decisions that impact her journey, thereby illustrating that choices have outcomes.
Real-World Application: Helps children learn that their decisions can lead to various consequences, emphasizing the need for thoughtful decision-making.
Example Lesson: The power of word-play and creativity in language
Explanation: Carroll's use of puns, poems, and peculiar dialogues throughout the book showcases the beauty and fun in playing with words.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to enjoy language, enrich their vocabulary, and engage in creative writing or storytelling.
Example Lesson: The significance of rules and how to question them
Explanation: The chess game in the story, with its rules governing the movements, mirrors societal rules, which Alice learns to navigate and question.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of understanding rules and also the significance of questioning them in a constructive manner when necessary.