Prodigal 1: Egg of First Light
Prodigal Series
What’s inside...
Jacinto & Lennox Retrievals have a challenging week as they are hired to retrieve the stolen Egg of First Light. Throughout the week, they face obstacles including alien magic, super assassins, and the threat of Armageddon. The week culminates in a dramatic event on Friday.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
13-16
Length
96 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think about the journey that the characters went through? What would you have done differently if you were in their place?
How do you think the Egg of First Light influenced the story? What do you think it symbolizes?
Which character did you feel the closest to and why?
What lessons do you think the characters learned by the end of the book?
If you had the Egg of First Light, what would you use it for?
Tip: Role play these questions
Begin by asking your child what they liked most about the book to foster a positive discussion atmosphere.
Listen actively to your child’s responses, encouraging them to elaborate on their thoughts and feelings.
Relate the scenarios in the book to real-life situations to help your child make connections and deepen understanding.
Encourage your child to imagine alternative endings or plot twists, boosting their creativity and engagement with the story.
Discuss the moral dilemmas presented in the book to enhance critical thinking and values clarification.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: In 'Prodigal 1: Egg of First Light', the protagonist is entrusted with the care of a precious egg, symbolizing the weight of responsibilities.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking care of their belongings or tasks such as homework, illustrating the importance of responsibility in daily activities.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: The characters face numerous challenges throughout their journey, teaching the value of bravery in overcoming fears.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face their own fears whether it's trying out for a sports team, or standing up for what is right, reinforcing the virtue of courage.
Example Lesson: The power of teamwork
Explanation: Collaboration among characters is crucial for their success in the story, highlighting the benefits of working together.
Real-World Application: Children learn to cooperate with others in group projects or team sports, understanding that collective efforts often yield better results.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: The characters’ continued efforts despite setbacks provide a strong model for persistence.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to keep trying even when they find tasks difficult, whether in academics or in learning a new skill.