Princess Caroline of Monaco (Leading Ladies)
Leading Lady Series
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What’s inside...
A look at the public and private life of Monaco's First Lady.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
9-12
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Princess Caroline Of Monaco
Discussion points
What qualities do you think make Princess Caroline a leader?
How did Princess Caroline handle the challenges she faced in the book?
Can you think of a time when you had to be brave like Princess Caroline?
What did you learn about the responsibilities of being a princess?
How do you think being a princess is different from or similar to your life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before reading, discuss what your child already knows about Princess Caroline or monarchies to activate their prior knowledge.
Encourage your child to express their opinions about the events in the book, and relate them to their own experiences whenever possible.
Ask your child to imagine themselves in Princess Caroline’s shoes and think about how they would react in similar situations.
After finishing the book, help your child reflect on what they’ve learned about leadership and character from Princess Caroline’s story.
Use the book as a springboard to discuss the importance of qualities like courage, responsibility, and kindness in everyday life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Princess Caroline of Monaco showcases her sense of duty and responsibility through her various roles and charitable activities as a public figure.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to take responsibility for their own actions and duties, whether in school assignments or household chores.
Example Lesson: Compassion
Explanation: The book highlights Princess Caroline's extensive humanitarian work, reflecting her compassion towards those in need.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to show empathy and kindness to their peers, helping them understand the importance of supporting others.
Example Lesson: Cultural Appreciation
Explanation: Through Princess Caroline’s involvement in arts and culture, children see the importance of appreciating and preserving cultural heritage.
Real-World Application: This can motivate children to explore and respect different cultures, participate in cultural activities and learn about global traditions.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Princess Caroline's life story includes overcoming personal and public challenges, showing resilience and perseverance.
Real-World Application: Children can relate this to persisting through their own challenges, like learning a new skill or dealing with school stress.
Example Lesson: Leadership
Explanation: Her role as a leading lady in Monaco involves making important decisions and guiding others, which demonstrates strong leadership qualities.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this by taking initiative in group activities, and practicing decision-making and guidance among their peers.