Heart of a Princess (Daughters of Peverell Book 2)
#2 of 3 in Daughters Of Peverell Series
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What’s inside...
To the watching world, Princess Alina has it all--maids to serve her, a kingdom to revere her, a prince to marry her, and a wardrobe filled with enough frills, flounces, and shades of pink to rival a flower shop. But behind the smiles and designer clothes, Alina has a secret. She's barely holding it together. After a moment of panic almost ends in tragedy, Alina is sent to a refuge far from the palace to recuperate. Her family claims it's for her own good but--faced with cows, knife-beaked ducks, and far too many of her own insecurities--Alina is pretty sure it will kill her first. And Joha Samson, infuriating man that he is, will laugh as it does. Only there's more to Joha than she realizes, and more to herself too. When the time comes to make a stand, will she find the courage?
Character compass
Princess Alina
Addison
Mal
Discussion points
How do you think Princess Addilyn felt when she faced challenges? What would you do in her situation?
What does courage mean to you? Can you find examples of courage in the story?
How important is it to be true to yourself? How does Addilyn show this in the book?
What role do friendships play in Addilyn's journey? How do your friends help you in difficult times?
How can we learn from our mistakes, just like Addilyn does?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings and thoughts about Princess Addilyn’s adventures. Use open-ended questions to delve deeper into the story’s moral and character development. Highlight parallels between the challenges faced by Addilyn and those your child might encounter, fostering empathy and understanding. Discuss the significance of loyalty, bravery, and authenticity as demonstrated in the book. Lastly, celebrate your child’s insights and relate them to real-life applications, enhancing both comprehension and personal growth.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of humility
Explanation: The protagonist, Princess Mikayla, learns to embrace humility despite her royal status, understanding that true nobility comes from one's actions and heart rather than titles or privileges.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by valuing and respecting others regardless of their social status or background, focusing on personal integrity and kindness.
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of adversity
Explanation: Throughout the book, Princess Mikayla faces various challenges and shows bravery and resilience, which helps her overcome difficulties and grow stronger.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to face their own challenges with courage, teaching them that they can overcome obstacles and grow from these experiences.
Example Lesson: The power of compassion
Explanation: Princess Mikayla consistently shows compassion to those around her, impacting those in her life positively and fostering a supportive community.
Real-World Application: Children learn to extend kindness and understanding to others, creating positive interactions and building strong relationships in their daily lives.
Example Lesson: Responsible decision-making
Explanation: As a royal, Mikayla is faced with decisions that affect her kingdom. She learns to consider the consequences of her actions carefully, choosing what is best for her people.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of thinking decisions through and considering how their actions will affect others, promoting responsibility and thoughtfulness.