Keeker and the Sneaky Pony
#1 in Sneaky Pony Series
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What’s inside...
Meet Catherine Corey Keegan Dana (everyone calls her Keeker). What she wants most of all is a pony. Meet Plum, a Shetland pony who doesn’t think about little girls and certainly doesn't want one. When Plum moves to Keeker's farm, Keeker faces the challenge of winning a pony's trust and friendship. As they find themselves lost in the woods, they learn that working together is the best way to get out of a fix. This fast-paced story of adventure and friendship will have new readers galloping back for more.
Character compass
Catherine Corey Keegan Dana (Keeker)
Plum
Discussion points
How do you think Keeker felt when she first met Plum? Have you ever felt the same way when meeting someone new?
What are some ways Keeker and Plum learned to work together? Can you think of a time you had to cooperate with someone to achieve something?
Why is trust important in friendships, like the one between Keeker and Plum?
What did Keeker learn about herself by the end of the story?
How do you think the story would change if it was told from Plum's perspective?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage empathy by asking your child to consider the characters’ feelings, relating them to their own experiences.
Foster problem-solving skills by discussing challenges faced by Keeker and Plum and asking your child how they would handle similar situations.
Highlight the importance of perseverance and teamwork found within the story to instill similar values in your child.
Promote imagination by asking your child to think of alternate endings or different perspectives from other characters.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Friendship and Trust
Explanation: In 'Keeker and the Sneaky Pony', Keeker forms a bond with Plum, a pony, showing the gradual development of trust and camaraderie between them.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of patience and effort in building friendships and how trust is a fundamental component of any relationship.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: Throughout the book, Keeker and Plum encounter various challenges, which they must work together to overcome, illustrating practical problem-solving abilities.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to think critically and creatively when faced with obstacles, promoting resilience and adaptability.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Keeker learns to take care of Plum, which teaches her the responsibilities that come with pet ownership and friendship.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand that caring for others, whether pets or people, requires commitment and responsibility.
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: Keeker often has to be brave and face her fears, especially in new situations with Plum, demonstrating courage.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to face their own fears and understand that being brave can help them navigate new experiences and grow.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: Through her experiences with Plum, Keeker learns to understand and empathize with the pony’s feelings and perspectives.
Real-World Application: This lesson highlights the importance of empathy in understanding others’ emotions and reactions, important for social interaction and emotional intelligence.