Raggatonia: The Injury
What’s inside...
Raggatonia: The Injury follows the journey of a young athlete named Raggatonia who suffers a major injury, putting her dreams of becoming a professional athlete at risk. As she overcomes the physical and mental obstacles of her injury, she learns important lessons about resilience, determination, and community support. Additionally, Raggatonia is a secret, magical place where ragdolls gather to share their human world adventures. It is a land of harmony and vibrant colors where the sun always shines, and no one falls ill or breaks the law. The book narrates one of the stories shared in this special place, providing a glimpse into the magical world of Raggatonia.
Age
7-12
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How did you feel when Raggatonia got hurt, and why do you think it's important to be careful?
What are some ways you can help a friend who has been injured like Raggatonia?
Raggatonia learned a lot from the injury. Can you think of a time when you learned something from a difficult situation?
How do you think Raggatonia's friends felt when they couldn’t play together? Have you ever felt the same?
What would you do differently if you were in Raggatonia's place to avoid getting hurt?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their emotions related to the story, validating their feelings and providing comfort.
Discuss the importance of empathy by reflecting on how Raggatonia’s friends might have felt and how we can support friends in real life.
Use the story as an avenue to talk about safety and precautions, asking your child to suggest ways to stay safe during play.
Connect the book's scenario to personal experiences of your child, which makes the story more relatable and the lessons more impactful.
Ask open-ended questions that prompt your child to think critically and articulate their thoughts about the story’s moral and teachings.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: In 'Raggatonia: The Injury', the main character learns to understand and share the feelings of a friend who gets hurt during play.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by being considerate and supportive when their peers are injured or upset.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The protagonist takes responsibility for their actions after accidentally causing harm to a friend, learning the importance of accountability.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to own up to their mistakes and seek to make amends in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: The injured character in the story demonstrates resilience by recovering and gradually returning to play, which teaches children about overcoming adversity.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to face their own challenges with courage and not be easily discouraged by setbacks.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The characters in the book work together to help their injured friend, showing the strength of collaborative effort.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to value and participate in teamwork in school projects or group activities.
Example Lesson: Importance of Listening
Explanation: Characters in the story listen to each other’s concerns and suggestions, which helps in resolving the situation effectively.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the value of listening in communication, aiding in better interactions with others.