Amelia Erroway: Castaway Commander: A Graphic Novel
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Being lost can sometimes be the first step toward finding your destiny. Forbidden to become a pilot by her overprotective father, Amelia Erroway yearns to command her own airship. To prove her worth, she sets off alone on her father's prized craft. But disaster strikes: A fierce storm crashes her ship in uncharted lands and Amelia, now a castaway, must use her wits to survive. With the help of Rastor and Fynley, brothers who live deep in the Juniper rainforest, Amelia is determined to repair her airship and, with her newly formed crew, fly home.
Character compass
Amelia Erroway
Tessa
Henri
Admiral Erroway
Discussion points
What do you think makes Amelia a good leader? Can you think of a time when you had to lead like her?
How do Amelia and her crew work together to solve problems? Why is teamwork important?
Amelia faces many challenges in the story. Which challenge was the toughest, and how did she overcome it?
How do the different settings in the book affect Amelia's adventures? Which setting was your favorite and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the qualities that make a good leader by relating them to Amelia's actions and decisions in the story.
Discuss the importance of teamwork and ask your child to give examples from the book as well as from their own experiences of working with others.
Help your child identify and articulate the challenges faced by Amelia, discussing the solutions and what they might have done in the same situations.
Explore the concept of setting in storytelling. Ask how the settings influenced the mood and the events of the story. Perhaps draw or describe favorite scenes together.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Resilience and perseverance
Explanation: Amelia Erroway faces numerous challenges and setbacks in her journey but she learns to persist and adapt to achieve her goals.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to stay determined and keep striving towards their goals despite obstacles they face in daily activities or learning new skills.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: Throughout the story, Amelia must work together with others to solve problems and navigate through her adventures.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to appreciate the value of working with others in group projects or team sports, understanding that combined efforts often lead to success.
Example Lesson: Innovation and creativity
Explanation: Amelia often uses her creativity to tackle challenges in unique ways, demonstrating the power of innovative thinking.
Real-World Application: Children can be inspired to think outside the box and apply creative solutions to their problems, whether in their school projects or in their playtime activities.
Example Lesson: Courage in facing the unknown
Explanation: Amelia shows bravery as she explores unknown territories and faces new challenges.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to embrace new experiences, whether trying out a new activity or making new friends, with confidence and bravery.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and leadership
Explanation: As a commander, Amelia takes responsibility for her crew and her missions, showing true leadership.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of taking responsibility for their actions and leading by example in their interactions with peers.