Zara and Moonbeam
#15 in Unicorn Academy: Nature Magic Series
What’s inside...
Zara and Moonbeam tells the story of Zara, a girl attending the Unicorn Academy, a magical school where each student is paired with their own unicorn. Zara is paired with Moonbeam, and together they uncover secrets and go on adventures while developing a special bond. As they face challenges, they learn the value of friendship, courage, and teamwork. When your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed! Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island. Zara loves solving mysteries and having adventures with her dreamy unicorn, Moonbeam. She can't wait for Moonbeam to discover her magic power so that they can become the perfect partners! Moonbeam is having strange visions, but Zara is sure they're just daydreams. When Zara's attempt to stop a terrible heatwave leads her into trouble, can Moonbeam discover her magic in time to rescue her? With a glittery cover and beautifully illustrated throughout by Lucy Truman, Unicorn Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure.
Character compass
Zara
Moonbeam
Discussion points
What do you think makes Zara and Moonbeam such good friends? How do they help each other?
If you could have a magical adventure like Zara, where would you go and what would you do?
Moonbeam is a very special unicorn. What do you think makes someone or something special to you?
How did Zara and Moonbeam work together to solve problems they faced?
What did you learn about friendship and bravery from Zara’s story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive tones while discussing the magical elements of the story to capture your child’s imagination.
Relate the story’s themes to your child’s personal experiences, such as times they helped a friend or tried something new.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite scene from the book, then describe it to foster creativity and reinforce comprehension.
Ask your child to predict what could happen next if the story continued, helping them develop critical thinking and storytelling skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Value of Friendship
Explanation: In 'Zara and Moonbeam', Zara's interactions with her unicorn friend, Moonbeam, show the importance of trust, support, and compassion between friends.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value and nurture their relationships, understanding that friendships require empathy and encouragement.
Example Lesson: Courage to Face Fears
Explanation: Throughout the story, Zara faces various challenges that teach her to be brave. Her journey encourages her to confront her fears directly.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children recognize the importance of facing challenges in their own lives, boosting their confidence and resilience.
Example Lesson: Importance of Teamwork
Explanation: Zara and Moonbeam often work together to solve problems. The book highlights how collaboration can lead to successful outcomes.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to work cooperatively in group settings, be it in school projects or during play, realizing that teamwork can achieve goals that might be hard to reach individually.
Example Lesson: Kindness and Generosity
Explanation: The protagonist, Zara, often shows kindness to others in the story, creating a ripple effect of generosity around her.
Real-World Application: Kids learn the value of being kind and helping others, fostering a sense of community and mutual respect in their day-to-day interactions.
Example Lesson: Perseverance Pays Off
Explanation: The story demonstrates that persistent efforts, despite difficulties, often lead to rewarding results, as shown through Zara's quests.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the merit of perseverance in achieving goals, whether they are working on a difficult task or learning a new skill.