Tiger Lily: A Heroine in the Making (Tiger Lily)
#1 in Tiger Lily Series
on Goodreads (19)
What’s inside...
Tiger Lily has a big idea to become a heroine and explore the world in search of adventure. Inspired by her love for books and fascination with stories of pirates, wonderlands, and daring deeds, she dreams of leaving her mundane life in the Middle of Nowhere where nothing ever happens. She's determined to escape, but faces the challenge of how to make her dream a reality.
Discussion points
What qualities do you think make Tiger Lily a heroine? How can you apply these traits in your own life?
How do Tiger Lily's adventures make you feel about facing new challenges?
What do you think is the most important lesson Tiger Lily learned in the story? Why?
If you could be friends with any character from the book, who would it be and why?
How would you help Tiger Lily if you were a character in her story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Set up a comfortable reading environment where you and your child can explore Tiger Lily’s world together, making the reading experience enjoyable and immersive.
Use expressive tones and gestures when discussing scenes from the book to capture the excitement and dilemmas faced by Tiger Lily, making the conversation lively and engaging.
Relate themes from the book to real-life situations your child may encounter, such as facing fears or making difficult decisions, to help them connect with the material on a personal level.
Encourage your child to imagine alternative scenarios or endings for the book to foster creativity and deeper understanding of the character’s motivations and choices.
Highlight Tiger Lily's qualities such as bravery and kindness, discussing with your child how these traits can be beneficial in their developmental journey.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: Tiger Lily showcases courage by facing challenges head-on, despite her initial fears.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to tackle their own fears, whether it's trying out for a sports team or speaking up in class, inspired by Tiger Lily's bravery.
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: Throughout the book, Tiger Lily relies on her friends and learns the value of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This can teach children the importance of building and maintaining friendships and how collaboration can make difficult tasks easier.
Example Lesson: Embracing Individuality
Explanation: Tiger Lily is not like every other character in her world; she celebrates her unique qualities.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate what makes them unique and feel confident in expressing their individuality.
Example Lesson: Perseverance and Resilience
Explanation: Despite setbacks, Tiger Lily continues to pursue her goals, demonstrating perseverance.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to keep trying, even when things get tough, and to learn from their mistakes.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: Tiger Lily often finds herself in tricky situations that require clever thinking to resolve.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the importance of critical thinking and applying logic to solve everyday problems.