Like Falling Stars
What’s inside...
A new fairy tale in which friendship is the truest love of all. Prince Nicolas rules the winter of the Northern Realm with a frosty attitude that chills all who look upon him, until the day a warm human woman enters his life unannounced. Lost and without memories to find her way home, Ann finds herself sharing the ice palace with the prickly prince. However, her visit has a time limit written into faerie law, and a deadly consequence should Nicolas allow her to stay beyond it. All Ann wanted was to find her way home; all Nicolas wanted was to be left alone. Though circumstance brings them together, a shared longing to be seen and understood soon ties them to each other, and it is that bond which will decide their fates.
Age
13-18
Length
280 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think the stars represent in the story?
How did the characters' journeys make you feel?
Can you relate to any of the struggles faced by the characters?
What do you think the main message of the book is?
How would you help a friend who feels like they're 'falling' like the stars?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story through drawing or writing their own short story.
Link discussions about the book’s themes with real-life situations your child might face or observe.
Ask your child to pick their favorite character and explain why they chose them, promoting empathy and understanding.
Create a cozy reading environment for sharing thoughts about the book, making it a special parent-child activity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: In 'Like Falling Stars', the characters navigate various challenges, reinforcing the value of supporting and trusting friends.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to build stronger, empathetic relationships and rely on their friends during challenging times in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Embracing uniqueness
Explanation: The story celebrates the unique traits of each character, teaching children to appreciate the differences in everyone.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be proud of what makes them unique and to appreciate diversity among their peers.
Example Lesson: The power of perseverance
Explanation: As the characters in the book overcome obstacles, they demonstrate the importance of determination and not giving up easily.
Real-World Application: Children are taught to persist through difficulties, whether in schoolwork, sports, or personal goals.
Example Lesson: Importance of empathy
Explanation: The interactions between characters highlight the need for understanding and caring for others' feelings.
Real-World Application: This can help children develop stronger interpersonal skills and become more considerate in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Value of creativity
Explanation: The creative solutions the characters come up with to solve their problems underline the importance of thinking outside the box.
Real-World Application: Children learn to apply creative thinking to overcome obstacles and express themselves in innovative ways.