About This Book
In Daniel Nayeri's "Sasha and Puck and the Cordial Cordial," young Sasha lives in a world where her father's magic potions are anything but magical. Determined to bring genuine enchantment to life, Sasha takes on a unique challenge when Basil Gentry seeks a "cordial cordial" for his notoriously spoiled sister, Sisal. Sisal, more interested in throwing a party for her horse than meeting a boarding school headmistress, presents a formidable task. This charming middle-grade novel explores themes of perseverance, kindness, and the power of imagination as Sasha and her friend Puck attempt to transform Sisal's demeanor for a crucial day. It's a story about finding magic in unexpected places and the effort it takes to bring out the best in others.
Sasha's father sells magic potions, but the potions don’t work. Can Sasha find a way to make the magic happen? When Basil Gentry asks for a cordial cordial, Sasha thinks he wants it for his spoiled sister Sisal. A boarding school headmistress is coming to meet Sisal, but Sisal would rather throw a party for her horse. Can Sasha and Puck convince Sisal to be friendly for one whole day?
Discussion Prompts
1
What does it mean to be "cordial"? How can we show kindness to others, even when they are difficult?
2
Sasha's father sells potions that don't work. What kind of "magic" does Sasha try to create instead?
3
Sisal is very spoiled. Why do you think she acts that way? How do Sasha and Puck try to understand her?
4
Have you ever had to work with someone who was difficult or didn't want to cooperate? What did you do?
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