Dragon Blood 4: Knight
#4 of 7 in Dragon Blood Series
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What’s inside...
Genre: Young Adult Urban Fantasy. Word Count: 56052. This is book four of a five book series that is best read in order to avoid spoilers. Amber is starting to feel that her list of enemies is growing longer by the minute. Those she cares about are threatened and during a surprise attack she fears one of her people is killed. Her life is spinning out of control, there are too many people she desperately wants to keep safe, but she can't be with all of them at once. There's only one of her and so many of them. It's tearing her apart. This story was written by an Australian author using Australian spelling.
Discussion points
What do you think makes a character brave, like the knights in the story?
How did the characters' choices impact their adventures? Can you think of a time when your choice had an unexpected result?
What would you do if you had a dragon as a friend? How would you handle the challenges?
What does friendship mean to the characters in the book? How does it compare to what friendship means to you?
If you could change one part of the story, what would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use the book’s illustrations to ask your child to describe what they see and think will happen next, fostering imagination and predictive skills.
Relate the story to your child’s experiences by comparing the challenges the characters face with situations your child encounters, enhancing personal connections.
Encourage your child to express what they felt about the book's ending, discussing themes of resolution and closure.
Ask your child to draw their favorite scene. This helps them recall details and strengthens retention.
Discuss the moral dilemmas characters face to help your child understand different perspectives and enhance empathy.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of adversity
Explanation: In 'Dragon Blood 4: Knight,' the protagonist faces numerous challenges but consistently demonstrates bravery and a willingness to confront obstacles. This is exemplified through battles with dragons and making tough decisions to save friends.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to face their own fears and stand up in difficult situations, whether it’s in school, in sports, or in standing up for what is right.
Example Lesson: The importance of loyalty
Explanation: Throughout the story, characters display profound loyalty to one another, highlighting the strength of trusted relationships and teamwork in achieving goals.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the value of being reliable and supportive friends and family members, helping them build strong, trusting relationships in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Taking responsibility for one's actions
Explanation: The young knight learns to accept the consequences of his decisions, understanding how they impact not just himself but also the wider community.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to consider how their actions affect others and to take responsibility for their outcomes, promoting maturity and conscientious behavior.
Example Lesson: Perseverance through challenging times
Explanation: The characters in the book often face difficult missions that seem impossible at first. However, through persistence and determination, they manage to overcome these hurdles.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of not giving up easily, instilling resilience in them to tackle schoolwork, hobbies, and personal goals even when they face difficulties.