#2 in The Secrets of Droon Series
The Ice Caves of Krog
What’s inside...
The seventh book in the popular series, 'The Secrets of Droon', takes readers on a thrilling journey to the chilling Ice Caves of Krog. Eric, Julie, and Neal, accompanied by their sidekick, the magical spider-troll Max, need to figure out how to stop an Ice Beast who has frozen Droon’s warm climate.
Discussion points
What do you think the creatures in the ice caves represent?
How do the characters' teamwork help them overcome challenges?
Why do you think the author chose a cave setting for part of the story?
How would you feel if you were exploring the ice caves with the characters?
What lessons did you learn from the journey of the characters?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage children to describe their favorite part of the book and why it stood out to them.
Ask children to draw parallels between the challenges faced by the characters and any obstacles they might have encountered themselves.
Motivate your child to think about the symbolisms used in the book, such as the ice caves, and what they might signify in real life.
Discuss the importance of courage and friendship as depicted in the book with your child to reinforce these values.
Use the book’s scenery descriptions as a starting point to spark a conversation about different environments and their characteristics.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: Throughout 'The Ice Caves of Krog,' the characters consistently face challenging and frightening situations. Their ability to confront fear with bravery is a central theme.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by facing their own fears and challenges, whether it be trying out for a sports team, speaking in front of the class, or standing up for a friend.
Example Lesson: Friendship and Trust
Explanation: The protagonists rely on each other's strengths and abilities to navigate the treacherous ice caves. This reliance builds strong bonds of trust among them.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of building trusting relationships and cooperating with others, skills that are pivotal in teamwork and collaborative endeavors at school or in play.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The characters encounter various obstacles in the ice caves that require quick thinking and creativity to overcome.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of thinking critically and creatively in difficult situations, which can help them in academic settings or in overcoming personal challenges.
Example Lesson: Resilience and Perseverance
Explanation: As the young adventurers face setbacks and dangers, they learn the importance of persevering despite difficulties.
Real-World Application: This lesson underscores the importance of persistence in achieving goals and overcoming adversity, be it in completing a difficult task or dealing with everyday setbacks.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: The pristine yet perilous environment of the ice caves teaches the characters—and young readers—the importance of respecting and preserving natural habitats.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to be mindful of the environment in their daily lives, fostering a sense of responsibility towards nature conservation.