Ascendance of a Bookworm: Part 5 Volume 2
#23 of 33 in Ascendance of a Bookworm Light Novel Series
What’s inside...
As snow falls around Ahrensbach’s castle, Ferdinand, soon to be married to the duchy’s next archduchess, receives a concerning letter. Not only has Rozemyne been summoned by the royal family once again, but she is also being taken to the underground archive hidden beneath the Royal Academy’s library. Even in her third year at the school, she’s proving to be a constant source of headaches—and she doesn’t help matters when she pulls an unexpected figure into her joint research! The stakes are then raised again when Lestilaut makes a surprising suggestion, leading her to participate in a bride-taking ditter match with Leidenschaft’s spear at her side. Can Rozemyne defend her own hand in marriage in this installment of this biblio-fantasy? Also includes two new short stories and four-panel manga by You Shiina!
Character compass
Rozemyne
Discussion points
How do you think the main character feels about the challenges they face, and what would you do in their position?
What are some ways the characters in the book help each other? Can you think of a time you helped a friend or a friend helped you?
What do you think is the most important lesson the main character learns in this story?
If you could ask the main character one question, what would it be and why?
How does the setting of the story influence the events that occur? Can you imagine this story happening somewhere else?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their opinions and thoughts about the book, validating their feelings and viewpoints to foster a deeper understanding. Use the story's context to connect discussions to real-life scenarios, enhancing empathy and decision-making skills. Ask open-ended questions to stimulate critical thinking and imagination, and relate their answers to personal development and moral values.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: The protagonist of 'Ascendance of a Bookworm: Part 5 Volume 2' shows determination in overcoming obstacles to achieve her goals, exemplifying perseverance.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by staying persistent in their studies or when learning new skills, understanding that success often requires continuous effort and dedication.
Example Lesson: The value of knowledge
Explanation: Throughout the book, the importance of learning and gaining knowledge is a recurring theme, as the main character uses her intellect to solve problems.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to embrace education and see it as a tool that empowers them to navigate and influence the world around them more effectively.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The interactions between characters in the story highlight the importance of understanding and sharing the feelings of others.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to recognize emotions in others and respond with compassion and kindness, fostering better relationships both at home and at school.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The protagonist often uses creative solutions to tackle challenges, showing that thinking outside the box can open up new possibilities.
Real-World Application: This lesson can inspire children to use their imagination in problem-solving situations and view challenges as opportunities to think creatively.
Example Lesson: Importance of community
Explanation: The story demonstrates how working together with others can achieve greater outcomes than working alone.
Real-World Application: It teaches children the significance of teamwork and cooperation in achieving common goals, encouraging them to participate and contribute in group settings.