The Secret of Killimooin
#4 of 18 in The Secret Series
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What’s inside...
The Secret of Killimooin is a thrilling adventure story that follows the journey of four children and a dog who discover a secret passage leading to the mysterious land of Killimooin. There, they encounter a host of exciting characters and dangerous situations, and must use their wits and courage to save the kingdom from a wicked plot.
Character compass
Jack
Mike
Prince Paul
Nora
Peggy
Pilescu
Ranni
Discussion points
What do you think is the biggest secret the characters discovered in Killimooin? How would you feel if you were part of their adventure?
How do the characters work together to overcome challenges in the story? Can you think of a time when you worked with others to solve a problem?
The settings in the book are quite vivid. Which place described in the book would you most like to visit and why?
What are some qualities you admire in the main characters? How can you apply these qualities in your own life?
If you could ask any character in the book a question, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the story, asking how they would react to the mysterious elements of Killimooin.
Discuss the importance of teamwork as depicted in the book, relating it to your child’s everyday experiences with friends or in school.
Explore the descriptions of settings together, maybe even drawing them or creating a map based on the children's descriptions in the book.
Praise the characters' positive traits and brainstorm with your child how they might show similar traits in their own life.
Facilitate a fun question-and-answer session where your child can think critically about what they would ask a character and why.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: The characters in 'The Secret of Killimooin' work together to solve the mystery, demonstrating that collaboration and combining strengths leads to success.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities or team sports, learning to cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
Example Lesson: Courage and bravery
Explanation: Throughout the story, the protagonists face various challenges and dangers, showing courage in the face of adversity.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to be brave when confronting their own challenges, such as standing up against bullying or trying new activities.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and exploration
Explanation: The characters' adventure begins from a place of curiosity about the unknown parts of Killimooin, encouraging exploration and discovery.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to explore the world around them, ask questions, and seek out new experiences, which enhances their knowledge and understanding.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: As the characters encounter obstacles, they must think critically and come up with creative solutions.
Real-World Application: This can be mirrored in a child’s everyday life by encouraging them to think independently and solve problems they face in school or during play.