Unforgettable Fifth at Trebizon: {The Trebizon Boarding School Series}
#14 in Trebizon Series
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What’s inside...
In 'Unforgettable Fifth at Trebizon', part of Anne Digby's Trebizon Boarding School Series, readers follow the protagonist Rebecca Mason as she navigates her fifth year at the prestigious Trebizon School. The story captures the essence of boarding school life, with its unique blend of academics, sports, and personal relationships. Rebecca and her friends face various challenges and adventures, including important exams, tennis tournaments, and the complexities of teenage friendships. As Rebecca grows and learns, she deals with the ups and downs of school life, making unforgettable memories along the way. This installment of the series continues to explore themes of loyalty, perseverance, and the importance of friendship. Long summer days, the Commemoration Ball, picnics and sailing in Mulberry Cove mark the end of the GCSE year, which looks set to be unforgettable as Rebecca plans her French pen friend's return visit. However, this term is full of dramatic happenings, and nothing could be stranger than the way Emmanuelle behaves. Could everything they have shared really be lost? Despite the doubts from Tish and others, Rebecca can't believe that their friendship could truly end.
Discussion points
How do you think Rebecca felt when she faced challenges at Trebizon? Can you relate to her experiences?
What would you do if you were in Rebecca’s shoes during some of her tough decisions?
Which character in the book do you admire the most and why?
How do the friendships in the book compare to your friendships? What makes a good friend?
What lessons did you learn from the story that you think are important in real life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by sharing your own thoughts on the book or a specific character to encourage dialogue.
Ask your child to describe their favorite part of the book and explain why it stood out to them.
Discuss the motivations and actions of different characters to explore moral and ethical questions.
Relate the themes of the book to your child’s daily life to make it more relevant and engaging.
Encourage your child to ask you questions about the book, fostering a two-way conversation.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of honesty
Explanation: The protagonist faces situations where she has to choose between telling the truth or covering up for friends. Her decisions to be honest ultimately lead to positive outcomes.
Real-World Application: Children learn that being honest, even when it is difficult, builds trust and can lead to favorable resolutions in challenging situations.
Example Lesson: Value of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the story, the characters must work together to solve problems, showing how collaboration and leveraging individual strengths lead to success.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of cooperating and valuing different perspectives and abilities in group settings such as school projects or sports.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of adversity
Explanation: The protagonist encounters several challenges at school, but her ability to persevere and maintain a positive attitude helps her overcome them.
Real-World Application: Children learn that persistence and a positive outlook can help them navigate through difficulties in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Empathy towards others
Explanation: Characters in the book often put themselves in others' shoes, understanding and sharing feelings, which strengthens their relationships.
Real-World Application: This can help children develop stronger, more empathetic relationships with their peers, fostering a more supportive and understanding social environment.