Rise of the School for Good and Evil
#1 of 6 in The School for Good and Evil Series
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What’s inside...
The School for Good and Evil is now a major motion picture available for streaming on Netflix. The film features a star-studded cast including Academy Award winner Charlize Theron, Kerry Washington, Laurence Fishburne, Michelle Yeoh, Sofia Wylie, Sophie Anne Caruso, Jamie Flatters, Earl Cave, Kit Young, and more. The movie has gained popularity and is currently ranked as the #1 movie on Netflix. The story follows two brothers, one Good and one Evil, who watch over the Endless Woods and choose students for the School for Good and Evil. They train and prepare the students for their fate until something unexpected happens, changing everything. The movie is filled with magic, surprises, and daring deeds that test courage, loyalty, and identity, leading to the beginning of an adventurous journey at the SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL.
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Discussion points
How do you think the characters' choices influenced their journey in the story?
What lessons can we learn about friendship from Sophie and Agatha's experiences?
How do the different schools in the book represent good and evil, and do you think these representations are accurate or exaggerated?
If you could have magical powers like the ones in the book, how would you use them?
How do you think the story would change if it were set in today's world?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the moral dilemmas in the book to their own experiences and ask them how they would react in similar situations.
Discuss the transformation of characters throughout the book to enhance understanding of character development and motivations.
Explore the theme of 'judging a book by its cover' by discussing how appearances can be deceiving in both the story and real life.
Use examples from the book to have a deeper conversation about the consequences of good and evil actions and the grey areas in between.
Motivate your child to predict future scenarios or alternate endings based on the book's events to foster creative thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: Throughout the book, the characters Sophie and Agatha navigate the complexities of their friendship, despite various trials and misunderstandings. Their loyalty and support for each other highlight the strength of true friendship.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to value and nurture their friendships, understanding that disagreements are part of any relationship but can be overcome with communication and empathy.
Example Lesson: The consequences of choices
Explanation: The story illustrates that choices have consequences, whether good or bad, as seen through the characters' decisions which lead them down different paths and outcomes in the School for Good and Evil.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of thoughtful decision-making and considering the potential impact of their actions on themselves and others.
Example Lesson: The significance of self-discovery
Explanation: Characters in the book embark on journeys of self-discovery, uncovering their true natures and abilities. This journey is crucial in their development and helps them understand their place in the world.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to explore and accept their own identities, promoting a healthy sense of self and the confidence to express their unique traits and talents.
Example Lesson: Overcoming stereotypes
Explanation: The plot challenges the traditional roles of 'good' and 'evil' and encourages characters and readers to think beyond stereotypes, revealing that people are not always what they seem at first glance.
Real-World Application: This can help children learn to approach others with an open mind, without preconceived notions based on appearances or labels.