The Princess Madeline Trilogy
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What’s inside...
The complete Princess Madeline series follows the adventures of Princess Madeline of Soron as she navigates through challenges and threats to her kingdom. In 'The Escape of Princess Madeline', she disappears on her sixteenth birthday, leading to a kingdom-wide search and uncovering hidden truths. 'The Battle of Princess Madeline' sees her rejecting Prince Paulsen's advances and facing unforeseen dangers during festival preparations, with mysterious figures offering help tied to a family secret. In 'The Dragon and Princess Madeline', the kingdom is threatened by a mysterious green dragon, and Madeline must decipher cryptic messages to save her kingdom and uncover the real danger.
Character compass
Princess Madeline
Daniel
Elias
King Theodore
Discussion points
How did Princess Madeline demonstrate courage throughout the trilogy? Can you think of a time when you were brave like her?
What are some ways that Princess Madeline showed leadership? How can you be a leader in your own life?
Princess Madeline faced many challenges. Which one do you think was the hardest, and why?
How did the relationships between Princess Madeline and other characters change throughout the story? What did these changes teach you about friendships?
If you could give Princess Madeline one piece of advice at the start of her adventures, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate their personal experiences to Princess Madeline’s challenges and victories, enhancing their connection to the story.
Ask your child to describe their favorite part of the book and why it stands out to them, fostering their analytical thinking.
Discuss the moral values in the story, such as bravery and leadership, and how these values can apply to your child's everyday life.
Create a 'What would you do?' scenario where your child imagines themselves in Princess Madeline’s world, encouraging creative thinking and empathy.
After finishing the trilogy, encourage your child to write or draw a continuation of the story, nurturing their creativity and storytelling skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and Independence
Explanation: Princess Madeline exemplifies courage and the pursuit of independence throughout the trilogy, as she often faces challenges and makes decisions on her own.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to make their own decisions and face new challenges, helping them grow confident and self-reliant.
Example Lesson: The Importance of Family
Explanation: Throughout the series, the significance of family bonds is highlighted, showing how family support is vital during difficult times.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value and lean on their family members during challenging situations, fostering a supportive family environment.
Example Lesson: Consequences of Actions
Explanation: The trilogy teaches that every action has consequences, as seen through the choices Princess Madeline makes and the outcomes she faces.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the importance of thinking before acting and being aware of the impact their actions can have on themselves and others.
Example Lesson: Leadership and Responsibility
Explanation: Princess Madeline learns and grows into her role as a leader, showing responsibility towards her kingdom.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to take leadership roles in their own lives, be it in school projects or family activities, learning to handle responsibilities diligently.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: The trilogy portrays how Princess Madeline learns to empathize with others, understanding different perspectives and showing compassion.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to practice empathy in their daily interactions, understanding and respecting the feelings and viewpoints of others.