Find The Girl All That Glitters
#2 in Find the girl series
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What’s inside...
Nancy Palmer used to be Insta-famous and her twin Nina used to shy away from everyone. Things can change pretty quickly. Nina has been accepted onto a Guildhall music course and is famous because of her pop star boyfriend, Chase. Nancy is trying to put her name on the map by becoming a music journalist and is not getting distracted by Chase's hot bandmate Miles. When their estranged dad shows up out of the blue and shows an interest in Nina's budding music career, Nancy isn't sure he's just there to make amends. As they attempt to find their way through new challenges, they both have to remember that you have to pave your own path to success and sometimes fame comes at a price.
Discussion points
What do you think Nancy learned about trust and friendship throughout her journey?
How do you think facing challenges helped Nancy grow? Can you relate to any of her experiences?
What are some ways Nancy could have handled the conflicts differently? What would you have done in her place?
How did the setting of London contribute to the story? Did it make you want to learn more about the city?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to explain their thoughts and feelings about the story's events. Validate their feelings and share your own impressions to foster a deeper connection. Use the glamorous backdrop of London to explore new cultural facts or landmarks, making the reading experience both educational and entertaining. Lastly, emphasize the moral lessons about friendship and personal growth to align discussion with real-life scenarios.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of honesty
Explanation: In the story, the characters learn that being truthful with one another is key to solving the mystery and maintaining their friendships.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by understanding the value of honesty in their interactions and relationships, helping them build trust with friends and family.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding others
Explanation: As the characters navigate through various challenges, they learn to empathize and understand different perspectives, which strengthens their bonds.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to consider the feelings and viewpoints of others, aiding in social interaction and emotional intelligence development.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of challenges
Explanation: Throughout the book, the protagonists encounter setbacks yet continue to persevere, demonstrating the power of resilience.
Real-World Application: Children learn that persistence is crucial in overcoming obstacles and achieving goals, which can be applied in schoolwork, sports, and personal projects.
Example Lesson: The impact of teamwork
Explanation: The mystery in the story is unraveled with the collective effort of all the characters, highlighting the effectiveness of working together.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to engage in teamwork in group tasks at school or collaborative games, emphasizing the benefits of mutual support and cooperation.