Alice in Wonderland
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland Series
What’s inside...
Alice follows a white rabbit into the topsy turvy Wonderland, where everything makes sense, but not in the way that might be expected. Meet the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, the Queen of Hearts and other strange characters in this retelling of Lewis Carroll's magnificent fantasy. One day, a young girl named Alice suddenly spots a frantic White Rabbit, wearing a waistcoat and carrying a pocket watch. She follows the hurried creature down a hole into the magical world of Wonderland. While there, Alice meets more crazy creatures, including the Mad Hatter, the Caterpillar, and the Cheshire Cat, and plays a twisted game of croquet with the Queen of Hearts. But when the Queen turns against her, this dream-like world quickly becomes a nightmare. These reader-favorite tiles are now updated for enhanced Common Core State Standards support, including discussion and writing prompts developed by a Common Core expert, an expanded introduction, bolded glossary words and dynamic new covers.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
10-14
Length
72 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Alice
White Rabbit
Queen Of Hearts
Discussion points
What do you think Alice felt when she fell down the rabbit hole? Can you relate to feeling curious or scared?
Why do you think the Caterpillar asked Alice 'Who are YOU?' How would you answer if someone asked you that?
If you could have a tea party like Alice, who would you invite and why?
How do the different characters in Wonderland change Alice’s view on her own world?
What lessons do you think Alice learned from her adventures in Wonderland?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story by relating it to their own experiences. Ask them to imagine themselves in Alice’s shoes to deepen their empathy and understanding. Utilize the whimsical aspects of the story to foster creativity, asking your child to think of their own magical world or characters. Discuss the moral and ethical decisions made by characters in the book to promote critical thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of curiosity
Explanation: Alice's adventures begin with her curious pursuit of the White Rabbit, which leads her into Wonderland. Her inquisitive nature drives the narrative and unveils the wonders and absurdities of the world she explores.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to ask questions and explore the world around them, fostering a love for learning and discovery.
Example Lesson: The value of resilience
Explanation: Throughout her journey, Alice faces numerous challenges and confusing situations, yet she persists in finding her way and adapting to the constantly changing rules of Wonderland.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of perseverance in the face of obstacles and the ability to adapt to new situations.
Example Lesson: Understanding personal growth
Explanation: Alice's physical changes in size symbolize her internal growth and struggles with identity. Throughout the story, she learns to navigate this fluctuating sense of self.
Real-World Application: Helps children grasp the concept of personal development and self-acceptance, vital as they grow and change.
Example Lesson: The power of courage
Explanation: Despite the odd and sometimes intimidating characters she meets, Alice bravely continues her quest, confronting each character with a boldness that carries her through the story.
Real-World Application: Instills the value of bravery in children, encouraging them to face unfamiliar situations and people without fear.
Example Lesson: The significance of questioning authority
Explanation: Alice often challenges the nonsensical rules imposed by the characters of Wonderland, promoting a narrative of questioning and critical thinking.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think critically about rules and authority, promoting a healthy skepticism and understanding of when it is appropriate to question directives.