Emily Windsnap and the Tides of Time
#9 of 9 in Emily Windsnap Series
What’s inside...
The book continues the story of Emily Windsnap, a girl who discovers she is half mermaid. This time, Emily is sent on a mission through the tides of time, where she must navigate a new set of challenges and save the island of Allpoints from its mysterious past. As Emily travels through time, she encounters disastrous futures for both the human town of Brightport and the merpeople of Shiprock due to pollution and discord between the communities. With the help of her friends Shona and Mandy, Emily strives to unite the humans and merpeople to create a better future. Throughout the journey, readers get a glimpse of what Emily and her friends could be like as grown-ups, and the story emphasizes the importance of cooperation to achieve a brighter future for everyone.
Character compass
Emily Windsnap
Aaron
Shona Silkfin
King Neptune
Discussion points
How do you think Emily feels when she discovers the power to travel through time? Can you relate to her emotions?
What important lessons does Emily learn during her adventures in different time periods?
If you could visit any time period like Emily, where would you go and why?
How do Emily's relationships with other characters change throughout the story? What does this teach us about friendship?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in Emily’s shoes, which helps deepen their understanding of the character’s emotions and decisions.
Discuss the historical settings Emily visits. Use this as an opportunity to engage in mini history lessons that might pique your child’s interest.
Highlight the moral and ethical questions raised in the book. Ask your child what they would have done differently and why.
Connect the story’s themes to real-life situations your child might encounter to help them apply the lessons from the book in their own life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of resilience
Explanation: Emily Windsnap faces various challenges throughout her adventure, showing perseverance even when the odds are against her.
Real-World Application: Children learn that facing difficulties with a strong and persistent attitude can help them overcome obstacles in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Value of friendship
Explanation: Throughout the book, Emily relies on her friends to navigate the tides of time, illustrating the strength found in trusting and working together with others.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of building and maintaining friendships, and how collaboration can help solve problems.
Example Lesson: Understanding the impact of our choices
Explanation: As Emily travels through time, she sees the direct consequences of actions taken, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful decision-making.
Real-World Application: Children learn that their choices can have significant effects, not just immediately, but also in the long run, encouraging them to think before they act.
Example Lesson: Courage to embrace the unknown
Explanation: Emily's journey through time is fraught with uncertainty, yet she bravely faces each new challenge.
Real-World Application: This story can inspire children to approach new experiences or changes in life with bravery, seeing them as opportunities for growth rather than something to fear.