Ninja Kitties Save the Castle: Mia Never Gives Up! (Happy Fox Books) Graphic Novel for Kids - Empowering Adventure Story to Teach Children Perseverance, to Keep Trying, and to Practice Hard Things
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It's super hot in Kitlandia and Mia is having a hard time learning to control her special water power. She wants to give up being a Ninja Kitty, but wise Grandma Tabby encourages Mia and patiently works with her as she tries over and over again. Meanwhile, back at the castle, a fire breaks out and the royal kitties hurry to use their Ninja Goodness power and rush to put out the flames. When Grandma Tabby and Mia arrive back at the castle and see the fire, Mia knows the Ninja Kitties need her water powers now more than ever! Read and find out what happens in this encouraging Ninja Kitties picture book for kids that teaches them the power of failure, trying again, and never giving up!
Discussion points
What do you think motivated Mia to keep trying even when things were tough?
How did Mia’s friends help her in her mission to save the castle? Can you think of a time when your friends helped you?
What are some of the challenges Mia faced, and how did she overcome them?
How do you think practicing hard things helped Mia? Can you share an example from your own life where practicing helped you?
What is the most important lesson you learned from this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing a personal story of a time you faced a difficult challenge but kept trying, relating it to Mia’s perseverance in the story.
Encourage your child to draw parallels between their life and Mia's adventures, fostering a deeper connection with the character and the story's themes.
Ask questions that require more than a yes or no answer to encourage your child to think deeply about the story and its lessons.
Praise your child for thoughtful answers and insights, reinforcing their engagement and promoting a positive discussion atmosphere.
Relate the story’s themes to everyday situations your child might encounter, making the discussions relevant and actionable.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Mia, the protagonist, demonstrates perseverance as she overcomes various challenges to save the castle.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the value of persisting through difficulties in their own lives, whether in academics, sports, or personal goals.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Mia collaborates with other Ninja Kitties to achieve common objectives, showcasing how teamwork leads to success.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to work cooperatively in group settings like school projects or team sports.
Example Lesson: Practicing Hard Tasks
Explanation: The story emphasizes the importance of practicing difficult tasks to master them, as seen when Mia practices her ninja skills.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to consistently practice challenging tasks, whether learning a new musical instrument or mastering a new academic topic.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Mia shows bravery in facing scary and uncertain situations during her adventures.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to face their fears and step out of their comfort zones in real life situations.