Darkness of Dragons
#10 of 15 in The Wings of Fire Series
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What’s inside...
Darkness of Dragons is the tenth book in the Wings of Fire series. The story revolves around Qibli, a SandWing NightWing dragonet, who must stop his former mentor, Darkstalker, from taking over the dragon tribes. Qibli's journey takes him across the dragon continent as he gathers allies and formulates a plan to defeat Darkstalker. An ancient evil, a terrible prophecy, and five dragonets who could save the world... Don't miss the most thrilling adventure yet in the series. An ancient evil, a terrible prophecy -- and five dragonets who could save the world...Don't miss the most thrilling adventure yet in the New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series! Qibli knows Darkstalker must be stopped. And he knows he could stop him -- if he had magic. With even a sliver of the ancient dragon's all-powerful scroll, Qibli could rewrite history the right end war forever; make every dragon happy; perhaps even cast a very small spell so that everyone would like him...Instead, as Darkstalker's dangerous influence spreads across Pyrrhia, entrancing or killing every dragon in the seven tribes, Qibli can only grasp the small animus objects he's borrowed from Turtle. With some clever thinking, Qibli's talons finally hold the power to make a difference. But prophecies are not easy to rewrite. Can Qibli be the magical force Pyrrhia needs, or will he be the one to bring Jade Mountain -- and his family, his friends, his whole world -- crashing down?
Character compass
Qibli
Peril
Moonwatcher
Turtle
Winter
Kinkajou
Thorn
Cobra
Onyx
Anemone
Vulture
Darkstalker
Discussion points
How do you think Qibli felt when he had to make tough decisions? What would you have done in his place?
What does friendship mean to the various characters in the story? How do you value friendship in your life?
How do the dragons in the book deal with different challenges? Can you relate any of their strategies to situations you've faced?
What role does trust play in the book? Share a moment when trust was broken and how it was mended.
Discuss the theme of power in the story. What did you learn about the use of power and its implications?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to put themselves in the shoes of different characters, fostering empathy and deeper understanding of motives.
Draw parallels between the book’s conflicts and real-life issues to make the discussion more relatable.
Affirm your child’s feelings and thoughts as they express them, validating their ability to analyze and reflect on the story.
Use examples from the book to discuss the importance of teamwork and cooperation in overcoming obstacles.
Highlight moments in the book where characters had to make difficult choices to discuss decision-making and its consequences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: Throughout 'Darkness of Dragons,' characters face numerous challenges and adversities that require courage to confront. For instance, the protagonist Qibli must brave his own insecurities and external dangers to protect his friends and his values.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to face their own fears, whether it's speaking up in class, standing up to a bully, or trying out for a sports team. Courage is a valuable trait in navigating life’s challenges.
Example Lesson: Importance of Friendship
Explanation: The characters in 'Darkness of Dragons' demonstrate the value of teamwork and relying on friends to overcome obstacles. This is evident when Qibli and his friends collaborate to devise strategies against their enemies.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of building strong, supportive relationships. They learn that teamwork can simplify complex problems and that collective efforts often lead to success.
Example Lesson: Ethical Decision Making
Explanation: Qibli is often faced with tough decisions where he has to choose between easy wrongs and difficult rights. His choices reflect his moral integrity and the impact of those choices shapes the narrative.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to consider the consequences of their actions and make choices that align with ethical values, such as honesty and fairness. This is a critical skill in developing responsible and moral individuals.
Example Lesson: Resilience in Adversity
Explanation: The characters frequently encounter setbacks and must persevere through their struggles. Their resilience is a key factor in their eventual successes, demonstrating that endurance through difficulties is crucial.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and understand that resilience can often lead to achieving one's goals, despite facing difficulties.