The World Between Blinks #1
#1 of 2 in The World Between Blinks Series
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What’s inside...
Bestselling authors Amie Kaufman and Ryan Graudin invite readers into a wondrous world where lost things are found, and where two cousins must come face-to-face with the impossible. In this first book of an exciting fantasy adventure series, Jake and Marisol follow a map left by their late Nana, leading them to a magical place called The World Between Blinks. Here, they encounter real and mythical lost items and figures, such as Amelia Earhart and the city of Atlantis. However, the key to their return home lies with a man who does not wish to be found. As they race against time, the cousins must catch him, or risk being lost in this world forever. Perfect for fans of Chris Colfer's Land of Stories and Margaret Peterson Haddix's The Missing series, this fast-paced series intertwines intriguing historical facts with thrilling adventure.
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Jake
Discussion points
What would you do if you found yourself in a world where lost things end up? How would you feel?
Which lost item from the story would you most like to find and why?
How do the characters in the story feel about being in The World Between Blinks, and how do they deal with their challenges?
If you could meet any character from the book, who would it be and what would you ask them?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think creatively and imagine their own 'World Between Blinks' by asking them what lost items they would want to find there.
Discuss the emotions characters experience throughout the book to help your child identify and express their own feelings.
Connect the story to real-life scenarios by discussing times when they've lost something important and how they felt.
Highlight the themes of adventure and discovery in the book to instill an appreciation for exploration and curiosity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of memory and history
Explanation: The story explores a magical world where lost things and forgotten places exist, teaching the value of preserving memories and history.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to value their own histories and the stories of their families and communities, encouraging them to ask questions and preserve important memories.
Example Lesson: Adaptability and problem-solving
Explanation: The main characters, Jake and Marisol, encounter various challenges in the world between blinks, which they overcome through critical thinking and adaptability.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to be adaptable and think creatively when faced with obstacles in their own lives.
Example Lesson: The significance of friendship and teamwork
Explanation: Throughout their adventures, the resilience of friendship and the successes achieved through teamwork are highlighted.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand the importance of working together and supporting their friends in achieving common goals.
Example Lesson: Courage in facing the unknown
Explanation: Jake and Marisol bravely navigate a strange new world, showing courage in the face of uncertainty.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to confront new or intimidating situations with courage, using the characters' experiences as a model.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for the world around them
Explanation: As the characters explore the incredible world between blinks, they learn to see the beauty and value in the world around them, even in the forgotten or lost.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to observe and appreciate the world around them, finding beauty and value in everyday objects and moments.