Unicorn Academy: Lily and Feather
#13 in Unicorn Academy: Nature Magic Series
What’s inside...
Lily and Feather's story unfolds at Unicorn Academy, a magical school where unicorns and their human friends learn about magic and the special bond between a unicorn and their best friend. In this eco-friendly subseries, Lily is excited to learn how to be a guardian of Unicorn Island. Alongside her unicorn, Feather, they face challenges such as strange purple tornadoes threatening the school. Together, they work to stop the tornadoes and protect Unicorn Academy. This magical series, which includes other books featuring characters like Phoebe and Shimmer, and Zara and Moonbeam, emphasizes the importance of friendship, bravery, and environmental stewardship.
Discussion points
What qualities do you admire in Lily and why?
How do you think Feather the unicorn felt when she discovered her magic? Can you relate that feeling to any of your experiences?
If you could have a magical power like Feather, what would it be and what would you do with it?
What lessons did Lily and Feather learn about friendship throughout their adventure?
How can we help friends in real life who might feel left out or different?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to reflect on the characters' emotions and actions, and relate those situations to their own life.
Use expressive reading to bring the story to life, altering your voice for different characters to make the reading session entertaining and engaging.
Prompt your child to imagine themselves in the Unicorn Academy setting, asking how they would react in similar situations.
After reading, spend a few minutes discussing the themes of friendship, kindness, and understanding, reinforcing these values.
Suggest your child draws their favorite scene or character from the book. This can lead to a discussion about why they chose that particular scene or character.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: Lily and Feather work together with other students and unicorns to solve problems at the Unicorn Academy.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by working cooperatively in group activities or team sports, learning to value each member's contribution.
Example Lesson: Courage in facing challenges
Explanation: Throughout the book, Lily and her unicorn, Feather, face various challenges with bravery and resilience.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to not shy away from difficulties in school or in personal experiences, encouraging them to tackle obstacles head-on.
Example Lesson: The value of friendship
Explanation: The story emphasizes strong friendships and the support friends can offer each other in times of need.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to build trusting and supportive relationships with their peers, understanding the importance of being there for one another.
Example Lesson: Respect for diversity
Explanation: Unicorn Academy is filled with a diverse group of characters, both human and unicorn, who learn from each other's unique abilities and perspectives.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to appreciate and respect differences in cultures, abilities, and backgrounds in their own communities.
Example Lesson: Importance of environmental conservation
Explanation: The characters often engage in activities that promote the wellbeing of their magical environment, teaching about caring for nature.
Real-World Application: This can be mirrored in a child's life by participating in recycling, conservation projects, or simply learning to care for plants and animals at home or in their neighborhood.