Onaj's Horn (The Silverskin Legacy Series)
#3 in The Silverskin Legacy Series
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What’s inside...
As their adventures in Arylon continue, Ainsley, whose illness has left him with a pair of dragonwings attached to his shoulders, and Megan, who has the Pearl of Truth embedded in her chest, find they must defeat ever more powerful enemies before their true destinies are revealed. Before Megan and Ainsley return to Earth, they are pulled into another fantastic adventure in the magical land of Arylon. During a political summit, Evren Sandor, a mage with a questionable reputation, holds up a golden cone and announces that he is their new leader. Incredibly, the spell works! The source of Evren's power is a magical horn that once belonged to a unicorn named Onaj. Megan and Ainsley believe another unicorn's magic will be enough to counteract Evren's spell. With help from a ferret named Brighton and Sir Inish the dwarf, they seek out the White Order of unicorns. Their leader, Anala, agrees to help them destroy Onaj's horn. But when they confront the evil mage, Anala and Ainsley succumb to the horn's power. Megan must discover what it takes to break the spell—something she's had inside her all along—before it's too late.
Character compass
Megan Hanley
Prince Caleb
Ainsley
Ebony
Discussion points
What do you think Onaj felt when he first discovered his magical horn?
How do you think the horn changed Onaj's relationships with other characters?
What would you have done if you were in Onaj's place during his challenges?
Can you think of any moments in the book where Onaj had to make a tough decision? What did he decide and why?
How does the story show the importance of courage and friendship?
Tip: Role play these questions
Bring the themes to life by relating them to the child’s own experiences. Ask them when they had to be brave, like Onaj.
Encourage children to imagine themselves in the magical world of the Silverskin Legacy, discussing what role they might play.
Highlight the importance of friendship and teamwork in the book, and ask your child about their friends and the qualities they value in them.
After discussing a tough decision Onaj made, ask your child what they would do differently and why, to gauge their problem-solving skills.
Use the story’s setting and characters to help your child build descriptive and creative language skills by asking them to describe or draw them.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: In 'Onaj's Horn,' characters must collaborate to overcome obstacles and achieve common goals, highlighting the necessity of working together.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of cooperation in group tasks at school or in sports, understanding that combined efforts often lead to success.
Example Lesson: Courage in facing fears
Explanation: The protagonist faces various challenges that require bravery, teaching readers about the importance of facing fears head-on.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to tackle their own fears, whether it's trying out for a new sport, speaking in front of a class, or standing up for themselves.
Example Lesson: The significance of honesty
Explanation: Characters in the book face consequences for dishonesty, demonstrating the importance of being truthful.
Real-World Application: Children are reminded of the value of honesty in building trust and forming strong, reliable relationships.
Example Lesson: Persistence in overcoming adversity
Explanation: Despite numerous setbacks, the characters persist in their quest, underscoring the importance of resilience.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of not giving up in the face of difficulties, whether it's in completing a difficult school project or learning a new skill.