Well Done Secret Seven
#3 of 5 in Secret Seven Series
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What’s inside...
The Secret Seven are a group of kids who meet in secret, solve mysteries and have adventures. In 'Well Done Secret Seven', the group stumbles upon a man who appears to be in need of help. They decide to investigate and find themselves in the middle of a mystery. Following the highly successful Famous Five 70th anniversary celebrations and reissues, the next classic Blyton series gets a brand-new look for today's readers, from the ever-popular Tony Ross.
Character compass
Peter
Janet
Barbara
Pam
Jack
Colin
George
Susie
Discussion points
What would you do if you were a member of the Secret Seven and found a clue?
How do the characters in the story show teamwork and friendship?
Which character do you relate to the most and why?
How do you think the story would change if it was set in today's world?
What is the most important lesson you learned from this adventure?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine being part of the Secret Seven and ask them to think about how they would solve the mysteries.
Discuss the importance of teamwork as showcased in the book and relate it to your child’s everyday experiences with friends and family.
Prompt your child to compare and contrast the different characters, fostering a deeper understanding of the character traits and their actions.
Bring relevance to the themes by connecting the problem-solving in the story to real-world scenarios which your child might encounter.
Celebrate your child's responses to the open-ended questions to boost their confidence in expressing their thoughts and opinions.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'Well Done Secret Seven', the group works together to solve the mystery, showing how cooperation can lead to success.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of working together with peers or family members to accomplish common goals, enhancing their social interactions and collaborative skills.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and Leadership
Explanation: The characters take on roles that require them to be responsible and make decisions, which reflects the essence of leadership.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to take initiative in tasks, be it in school projects or household chores, fostering a sense of accountability and leadership from a young age.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: The Secret Seven employ critical thinking and problem-solving to uncover clues and solve the mystery.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think critically about challenges they face in everyday life and understand that problems can be approached and solved in different ways.
Example Lesson: Honesty
Explanation: Throughout the book, the characters display honesty in their interactions, which is crucial to building trust within the team.
Real-World Application: It teaches children the value of honesty in building and maintaining trustful relationships with family and friends.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: The group shows empathy towards others in trouble, helping those in need and understanding different perspectives.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children to develop empathy towards their peers, encouraging them to support and understand others in their community.