Momo Arashima Steals the Sword of the Wind
#1 of 3 in Momo Arashima Series
What’s inside...
A thrilling fantasy series about a twelve year old girl named Momo Arashima who embarks on a legendary adventure to save her Shinto goddess mother, and the world, from demons threatening chaos. Momo, with the help of a talking fox named Niko and her ex-best friend Danny, learns to embrace her half-human, half-goddess identity to unlock her powers and force the demons back to Yomi, the land of the dead, to protect humanity.
Character compass
Momo Arashima
Danny
Niko
Momo'S Mother
Discussion points
How do you think Momo felt when she first discovered the Sword of the Wind? What would you feel if you were in her shoes?
What are some of the challenges Momo faces throughout her adventure, and how does she overcome them?
Momo meets various characters along her journey. Who was your favorite, and why?
How do you think the Sword of the Wind helped Momo in her quest? Can you think of any tools or friends in your life that help you with your challenges?
If you could ask Momo one question about her adventure, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in Momo’s world, asking them how they would react in similar situations.
Discuss the moral dilemmas presented in the book and relate them to real-life situations your child might face, enhancing their empathy and decision-making skills.
Use descriptive scenes from the book as prompts for creative activities like drawing or storytelling, helping to deepen your child’s connection to the story.
Highlight Momo’s qualities and actions that led to her success, discussing with your child how they can apply similar behaviors in their own life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in adversity
Explanation: Momo Arashima faces numerous challenges and adversities throughout her quest to retrieve the Sword of the Wind, demonstrating courage and determination despite the obstacles.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this sense of bravery to facing their own challenges, whether it's trying out for a sports team, standing up to a bully, or dealing with difficult situations at school.
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout her journey, Momo learns to collaborate with others who share her mission, understanding that teamwork can often lead to greater success than working alone.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the value of cooperating and working with others to achieve common goals in group projects or team sports.
Example Lesson: Integrity and honesty
Explanation: Momo consistently chooses to do the right thing, even when faced with easier alternatives that involve deceit or dishonesty.
Real-World Application: This instills the importance of being truthful and maintaining one's integrity, applicable in everyday interactions and decisions.
Example Lesson: Resilience and perseverance
Explanation: Momo's journey is fraught with setbacks, yet she continues to persevere. Her resilience in overcoming these hardships is a central theme of the story.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of persistence in overcoming difficulties, whether in completing a difficult homework assignment or mastering a new skill.
Example Lesson: Respect for diverse cultures
Explanation: Momo encounters various cultures in her adventure, learning to respect and embrace differences.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand and appreciate cultural diversity, promoting empathy and respect in their interactions with people from different backgrounds.