Royal Ranger

Name: Royal Ranger
ISBN: 9780525487296

by John Flanagan

Still reeling from personal tragedy, Ranger Will Treaty reluctantly takes on Princess Madelyn as his apprentice. Together, they must navigate a dangerous world, confront a sinister slave ring, and dis

About This Book

This thrilling fantasy adventure, the first in "The Royal Ranger" series, follows Ranger Will Treaty as he grapples with the profound grief of losing his wife. To help him heal, he's tasked with training Princess Madelyn, a headstrong royal seeking independence from her sheltered life. Their apprenticeship quickly turns into a perilous mission to dismantle an illicit slave ring kidnapping children. The book explores themes of grief, resilience, identity, and justice, offering a compelling narrative for young readers aged 4-11, though its mature themes may be best suited for the older end of this range or as a read-aloud.

Concepts

Sadness & Grief Resilience & Perseverance Self-Confidence & Identity Justice & Fairness Fear & Bravery Love & Family Friendship & Loyalty Good vs. Evil Freedom & Independence Empathy & Kindness Anger & Frustration Forgiveness & Redemption Death of a Loved One Growing Up Being Different Making Friends Princesses Family & Siblings

Heads up, parents

Character Death

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Violence

Scary Scenes

Discussion Prompts

How does Will cope with his grief? What helps him start to heal?

Maddie wants to be a Ranger instead of a princess. What does this tell us about her character and what she values?

What does it mean to choose justice over revenge, as Will does?

How do Will and Maddie show bravery in different ways throughout the story?