About This Book
This chapter book follows Krystal Ball, a nine-year-old with a unique gift for fortune-telling, as she faces a common school challenge: a class bully. When the bully, Emily, snags the coveted role of Dorothy in the school's Wizard of Oz play, Krystal is understandably upset. Instead of succumbing to rivalry, Krystal decides to leverage her special abilities to try and forge a friendship with Emily. The story explores themes of disappointment, empathy, and the power of kindness, offering a gentle narrative about navigating social dynamics and turning adversaries into allies. It's suitable for children aged 4-11, particularly those dealing with peer conflict or learning about social emotional intelligence.
Nine-year-old Krystal Ball's class is performing a play based on The Wizard of Oz, and Krystal is disappointed when class bully Emily gets the part of Dorothy, but maybe she can use her fortune-telling talents to turn an enemy into a friend.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How did Krystal feel when Emily got the part of Dorothy? Have you ever felt disappointed like that?
2
Do you think Krystal's idea to use her fortune-telling to befriend Emily was a good one? What would you have done?
3
What does it mean to be a good friend, even to someone who isn't always kind?
4
How did Krystal show bravery in this story?
5
What lessons can we learn about dealing with bullies from Krystal's experience?
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