Charlie Thorne and the Lost City: Charlie Thorne
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Charlie Thorne is a genius and a fugitive who is not even thirteen. After saving the world, Charlie plans to relax in the Galapagos Islands, but is approached by Esmeralda Castle with a code that only Charlie can decipher. The code leads to a treasure hidden by Charles Darwin during a secret solo expedition in South America in 1835. As Charlie embarks on a daring adventure across South America to crack Darwin’s 200-year-old clues, she must stay ahead of formidable enemies who are also searching for the treasure. With an ancient hidden treasure at stake, Charlie faces challenges in knowing who to trust.
Character compass
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Discussion points
How do you think Charlie's intelligence helps her in her adventures? Can you think of a time when you solved a problem by thinking differently?
Charlie faces many challenges throughout the story. Which challenge was the most difficult for her, and why do you think so?
The themes of trust and teamwork are prevalent in this book. Why is trust important in teamwork?
Charlie travels to many places in her quest. Which location was your favorite and why?
If you had a chance to speak to Charlie, what would you ask her and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about the story, relating it to their own experiences. Use open-ended questions to promote critical thinking and personal connection to the book’s themes. Discuss the importance of perseverance and creative thinking as demonstrated by Charlie, and relate these attributes to real-life scenarios your child might face.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of perseverance
Explanation: Charlie Thorne demonstrates perseverance as she faces various challenges while trying to solve historical and mathematical puzzles.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the value of persisting through difficulties, whether in their academic studies or personal endeavors.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: Throughout her adventure, Charlie learns to collaborate with others, understanding that teamwork can lead to success in complex tasks.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to work cooperatively with peers in school projects and other collaborative activities.
Example Lesson: Critical thinking and problem-solving
Explanation: Charlie's journey is filled with cryptic clues and complex codes that require critical thinking and inventive solutions.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these problem-solving skills in their everyday decision making and in academic challenges.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of adversity
Explanation: Charlie shows resilience when confronted with dangerous situations and setbacks during her quest.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of bouncing back from their own setbacks and continuing to strive towards their goals.
Example Lesson: Respect for history and culture
Explanation: The plot integrates historical figures and events, which highlights the importance of understanding and respecting different cultures and histories.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to explore and respect diverse cultures and historical contexts, enriching their world view.