The Secret of the Fortune Wookiee
#3 of 6 in The Origami Yoda series
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What’s inside...
The Secret of the Fortune Wookiee follows the students of McQuarrie Middle School as they navigate life without their famous origami Yoda. With Dwight suspended, the school lacks the mystical guidance of Yoda, but soon a new origami creation, the Fortune Wookiee, emerges. Created by Dwight and brought by Sara, the Fortune Wookiee seems to give advice as good as Yoda's. As Tommy, Kellen, Harvey, and their friends investigate strange 'Dwight Sightings' and the advice from the Fortune Wookiee, they hope for the return of origami Yoda and solve new mysteries with their Origami Jedi wisdom.
Character compass
Tommy
Dwight
Kellen
Sara
Harvey
Harvey Cunningham
Dwight Tharp
Tommy Lomax
Kellen Campbell
Cindy
Rennie
Tater Tot
Mrs. Calhoun
Lougene Rabbski
Cassie Dillon
Caroline Broom
Amy Umans
Quivondo Fong
Mike Coley
Lance Alexander
Rondella Karskio
Sarah Bolt
Ben Mantrue
Mrs. Tharp
Merkey Kaleel
Korinna Kaleel
Kendall
Pastor J.J.
McCalley
Discussion points
Why do you think Dwight made a Fortune Wookiee? What does it represent about his character?
How do the characters in the book deal with change and challenges? Can you relate to any of their strategies?
What role do friendships play in this story? How do they influence the decisions the characters make?
What lesson did you learn from this book? How might you apply this lesson in your own life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use pauses after asking questions to give your child time to think and respond. This encourages deeper thought and engagement.
Show genuine interest in their responses. Follow up with related questions or share your own thoughts to deepen the conversation.
Connect the story to real-life events or personal experiences. This can help your child relate to the book and understand its themes better.
Encourage your child to imagine alternative endings or scenarios to foster creativity and a deeper understanding of the characters and plot.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of friendship
Explanation: The characters in 'The Secret of the Fortune Wookiee' rely on each other and work together to solve problems, demonstrating the strength found in friendships.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to value their friendships and understand the significance of working together to overcome challenges.
Example Lesson: Creativity and problem-solving
Explanation: The use of origami and other creative elements throughout the book showcases how thinking outside the box can lead to solutions.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to embrace their own creativity and use it as a tool to address everyday problems and tasks.
Example Lesson: Adapting to change
Explanation: As characters adjust to changes in their school and social lives, the story provides a framework for dealing with transitions.
Real-World Application: Children learn that change is a natural part of life and developing flexibility can help them adjust more easily.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: Characters experience the outcomes of their decisions, teaching readers about the impact of choices.
Real-World Application: This helps children understand that their actions have consequences, guiding them to make thoughtful decisions.
Example Lesson: Empathy and perspective-taking
Explanation: The book explores various viewpoints, encouraging readers to understand and empathize with different characters.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to consider others' feelings and viewpoints in their interactions and relationships.