Secrets of a Teenage Heiress
#1 of 2 in Hotel Royale Series
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What’s inside...
Flick's family owns The Royale, a prestigious hotel in London, but Flick is more interested in their newest guest, superstar Skylar Chase and her famous friends, including YouTube star Ethan Duke. As Flick gets the opportunity to join their glamorous group, she gets grounded due to a mishap involving a prince and a selfie stick. Stuck with only her Instagram-famous dachshund, Fritz, Flick must find a way to escape The Royale and join the fame game. A funny and glamorous series perfect for fans of 'Geek Girl', 'Super Awkward', and 'Girl Online'.
Character compass
Felicity 'Flick' Royal
Discussion points
What qualities do you think make Flick Fitzgerald a relatable character?
How do Flick's experiences at The Royale teach her about responsibility and friendship?
Do you think Cal's secret changes your view of him as a character? Why or why not?
If you were in Flick’s shoes, how would you handle the sudden media attention?
What lessons can we learn about friendship and trust from Flick’s adventures?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use personal experiences to relate to the story. Ask your child if they've ever felt misunderstood like Flick and share a similar experience of your own.
Discuss the impact of secrets and surprises. Encourage your child to talk about a time they had to keep a secret and how it felt, connecting it back to the characters in the book.
Highlight the importance of responsibility. Pose scenarios to your child about handling tasks and ask how they would manage them, drawing parallels with Flick's responsibilities at the hotel.
Encourage empathy by exploring character feelings. Ask your child how they think Flick felt during key moments and if they have ever felt the same way.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The protagonist of the story learns to handle the responsibilities of her family's hotel, showcasing the importance of taking charge and being reliable.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking responsibility for their own tasks, such as homework or chores, enhancing their self-reliance and accountability.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: As the story unfolds, the main character learns to understand the perspectives and feelings of others, promoting empathy.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to consider others' feelings and viewpoints in real life, which can lead to stronger, more empathetic interpersonal relationships.
Example Lesson: The value of hard work
Explanation: Through various challenges, the protagonist discovers that success often requires hard work and perseverance.
Real-World Application: Children learn that persistence in tasks, whether in education or personal goals, is crucial to achieving success.
Example Lesson: Importance of family and friendship
Explanation: Throughout the book, the importance of maintaining strong family ties and friendships is a recurrent theme, teaching children about the support systems in their lives.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children appreciate and nurture relationships with their family and friends, understanding that these bonds provide support and love.
Example Lesson: Self-confidence
Explanation: The main character’s journey includes overcoming insecurities and growing more confident, an important aspect for personal development.
Real-World Application: Children can use this narrative to boost their own self-esteem, understanding that confidence grows with facing and overcoming challenges.