Treasure of the Gold Dragon
#12 of 30 in Dragon Masters Series
What’s inside...
The race is on to find the Gold Key!
Discussion points
What would you do if you found a magical treasure? How would you use it?
If you could be friends with any character from the book, who would it be and why?
What lessons do you think the Gold Dragon wanted to teach the characters?
How do you think the characters changed by the end of the story?
What was your favorite part of the adventure and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the story’s setting, asking what they might do in similar situations. Allow them to express their ideas and feelings about the book’s events and characters, fostering a deeper personal connection to the reading material. Highlight the moral or lesson of the story, and relate it to everyday life to reinforce these values.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and bravery
Explanation: In 'Treasure of the Gold Dragon,' the characters face various challenges and threats, demonstrating courage as they make difficult decisions and stand up to adversaries.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to face their own fears and challenges boldly, whether it’s dealing with a new experience, standing up to bullying, or voicing their opinion.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: Throughout the book, the characters must work together to solve puzzles and overcome obstacles, showcasing the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: This lesson highlights the value of collaborative efforts in school projects, sports teams, or family activities, teaching children to value different perspectives and strengths.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: The quest for the Gold Dragon’s treasure in the story involves a series of problem-solving situations where characters use their intellect and reasoning.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply these skills in real-life scenarios such as resolving conflicts with siblings, figuring out a difficult homework problem, or navigating new situations.
Example Lesson: Integrity and honesty
Explanation: Characters in the book often face moral dilemmas, and those who choose honesty and integrity are portrayed positively, reinforcing these values.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of being truthful and making ethical decisions, whether in their academic lives or personal relationships.
Example Lesson: Persistence and resilience
Explanation: Despite facing setbacks, the characters continue to pursue their goals, demonstrating persistence and resilience.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to not give up easily in the face of difficulties, be it in learning a new skill, improving in a sport, or dealing with personal setbacks.