Tilly Beany Saves the World
Agent Angel Series
What’s inside...
Holes in the ozone layer, extinct species, dolphins in tuna nets - Tilly Beany can't bear hearing any more about the way people are destroying the world, and sets out to find a 'cure for everything'.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-10
Length
192 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some ways Tilly Beany helped others in the story? Why do you think helping others is important?
How do you think Tilly felt when she faced challenges? Can you share a time when you felt the same way?
Tilly used her creativity to solve problems. Can you think of a time when you used your creativity to do something good?
What would you do if you were in Tilly's place? How would you try to save the world?
Why is teamwork important in achieving big goals, like saving the world?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use encouraging language to make your child feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and opinions about the book.
Refer to specific situations in the book and ask how they would react in similar circumstances, validating their feelings and decisions.
Praise your child’s creative solutions and relate them to Tilly's actions in the book to make the connection stronger.
Discuss the importance of helping others and making positive changes, just like Tilly, to instill values of empathy and compassion.
Encourage your child to dream big and think about how they can make a difference in their own world, inspired by Tilly's adventures.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: Tilly Beany, the protagonist, demonstrates empathy by understanding and addressing the feelings and needs of others in her quest to save the world.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to notice how their friends and family are feeling and respond kindly, fostering stronger, empathetic relationships.
Example Lesson: Importance of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout her adventures, Tilly realizes that working together with others can lead to greater success than working alone.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to collaborate with their peers in school projects or sports, understanding that collective effort often yields better results.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: Tilly Beany tackles various challenges with creative thinking and determination, showcasing effective problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: This lesson can inspire children to think critically and creatively when faced with obstacles, whether in their academic endeavors or personal life.
Example Lesson: Taking initiative
Explanation: The character shows initiative by taking action to make positive changes, rather than waiting for others to solve problems.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of taking responsibility in their actions and becoming proactive in various situations such as helping out at home or taking charge of a group assignment.
Example Lesson: Resilience in adversity
Explanation: Tilly faces setbacks in her mission but she persists, teaching resilience and the importance of not giving up.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to persevere through their own challenges, be it in learning new skills or dealing with personal setbacks.