Salvation
#1 of 6 in Kamden Faith Journey Series
What’s inside...
A grandmother who loves spending time with her grandchildren and wants to share that God is Creator and Father and loves them. Sound familiar? Join Kamden as he learns about God, not just facts, but through the testimony of his life and his grandmother's.
Discussion points
How did the main character's journey make you feel?
What do you think was the biggest challenge the main character faced, and how did they overcome it?
Can you think of a time when you had to make a difficult choice, like the protagonist? What did you do?
What does the word 'salvation' mean to you after reading this story?
How do you think the story would change if it happened in a different place or time?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use follow-up questions to encourage your child to elaborate on their thoughts. For instance, if they talk about how the protagonist felt, ask them why they think the character felt that way.
Connect the themes of the story to real-life situations your child may encounter, enhancing their empathy and understanding.
Encourage your child to imagine alternative endings for the book, or how different decisions could have led to different outcomes. This can help develop their critical thinking skills.
Discuss the meaning of 'salvation' in various contexts to deepen their comprehension and perspective on the theme.
Praise your child for their insights and ideas during the discussion to boost their confidence and engagement.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: In 'Salvation', the protagonist learns to understand and feel the emotions of others who are different from them, fostering a deep sense of empathy.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to recognize and consider the feelings and perspectives of their peers, enhancing social interactions and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Perseverance through challenges
Explanation: The characters in 'Salvation' face various obstacles but show resilience and determination to overcome them, teaching the value of perseverance.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to persist in their own challenges, such as learning new skills or solving difficult problems, fostering a resilient mindset.
Example Lesson: Importance of cooperation
Explanation: Throughout the story, teamwork plays a crucial role in achieving goals, highlighting the importance of cooperation.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to work collaboratively in group settings like school projects or sports, understanding that combined efforts often lead to greater success.
Example Lesson: Appreciation of diversity
Explanation: Salvation showcases a variety of characters from diverse backgrounds, teaching children the value of embracing diversity.
Real-World Application: This can help children appreciate and celebrate differences in their community, promoting inclusivity and respect.
Example Lesson: Taking responsibility for one’s actions
Explanation: Characters in the book learn to take responsibility for their actions and understand the consequences, which is a vital moral lesson.
Real-World Application: In real life, this can help children understand the impact of their actions on others and encourage them to act thoughtfully and responsibly.