Meesh the Bad Demon
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A tale of unlikely heroes and myths is made real in this debut graphic novel series about a 'bad' demon named Meesh, who always sees the good in those around her. Despite being bullied by other demons for her kindness, the twelve-year-old Meesh is captivated by Fairy World and its princesses. When her family is threatened by disaster, Meesh embarks on a quest to the Fairy World to retrieve a healing crystal that can save the underworld. Along the way, she meets a fairy princess and rallies a group of misfit outcasts, including her former bully. Through her journey, Meesh discovers that being a demon isn't just about being bad and that true power comes from embracing oneself, faults and all.
Discussion points
How did Meesh's actions make you feel? What would you have done if you were in Meesh's place?
Why do you think Meesh behaved the way he did? What could he have done differently?
What does friendship mean to you, and how did it play a role in the story with Meesh and his friends?
Can you think of a time when you made a mistake? How did you fix it, and what did you learn from it?
How do you think the story would change if it took place in our town today?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about Meesh's journey and decisions. Ask them to relate the story to their own experiences and discuss the importance of understanding and empathy. Highlight the consequences of actions and the power of friendship and redemption. Use the book's illustrations to deepen the conversation, pointing out emotional cues or plot details that might resonate with your child's own life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: In the story, Meesh learns to understand the feelings of others despite being a 'bad' demon. This transformation begins when he starts to listen to the problems of other characters and helps them.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to be empathetic towards their friends and family members by listening to them and considering their feelings before acting.
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: Meesh makes friends throughout the book who guide him towards good deeds, illustrating how positive friendships can lead to personal growth and better choices.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to build and maintain positive relationships with their peers, learning that friendship is a supportive pillar in their lives.
Example Lesson: Acceptance of oneself
Explanation: Even though Meesh starts out as a 'bad' demon, he learns to accept and embrace his unique qualities, using them for good by the end of the book.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to accept themselves as they are and to use their own unique traits in positive ways.
Example Lesson: Resilience and perseverance
Explanation: Despite numerous setbacks, Meesh continues to strive towards becoming a better version of himself, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of not giving up, even when faced with challenges, and to keep trying until they succeed.
Example Lesson: The power of redemption and change
Explanation: Meesh's journey from being a bad demon to one who performs good deeds exemplifies that change is always possible and everyone can make positive changes in their lives.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to believe that it is never too late to change and encourage them to always work towards being the best version of themselves.