Rosie the Twilight Dragon
#7 of 17 in Dragon Girls Series
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What’s inside...
A super collectible series that celebrates the inner fire of everyday girls! Rosie, Phoebe, and Stella all share an incredible secret-- when they travel to a place called the Magic Forest, they can transform into powerful creatures called Night Dragons. Once there, the friends must save the Magic Forest from an evil that threatens to banish nighttime--forever. Rosie is determined to help! Her first task is to save the forest's magical daydreams from being destroyed by pesky Fire Sparks. Without the Night Dragons, the Magic Forest's hopes for survival will go up in smoke!
Discussion points
How do you think Rosie felt when she discovered her unique twilight powers?
What would you do if you had powers like Rosie?
Why do you think Rosie decided to help others with her powers?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone and how it made you feel?
What does this story teach us about being different and the importance of accepting everyone's uniqueness?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate their own experiences to Rosie’s, fostering empathy and understanding. Use expressive questions to help them think critically about the characters' emotions and decisions. Highlight the themes of kindness and uniqueness while discussing, and ask your child how these themes can apply to their daily life. Reinforce the story's morals through real-life examples to make the message resonate more deeply. Celebrate each answer they give, encouraging a fun and open dialogue.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: Rosie the Twilight Dragon showcases courage as she overcomes her fear of darkness to help her friends in need.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of facing their fears and helping others, even when it's challenging.
Example Lesson: Friendship and Collaboration
Explanation: The book portrays how Rosie, along with her diverse group of friends, works together to solve problems, emphasizing the strength found in teamwork.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to value cooperation and understand how working with others can achieve great results.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: Through her interactions, Rosie teaches kids to empathize with characters who are different from themselves, promoting an understanding of diverse perspectives.
Real-World Application: This lesson aids children in developing compassion and acceptance towards others in their daily interactions.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Innovation
Explanation: Rosie uses her unique abilities to creatively solve problems that the group encounters.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to use their imagination and think outside the box to come up with solutions in real-life situations.
Example Lesson: Persistence and Resilience
Explanation: The story highlights how Rosie continually tries to overcome obstacles, demonstrating persistence.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of not giving up in the face of difficulties, fostering resilience that can help them throughout life.