About This Book
The Time-Traveling Fashionista introduces twelve-year-old Louise Lambert, who discovers a magical vintage gown that transports her back in time to the luxurious Titanic in 1912. She experiences life as silent film star Alice Baxter, encountering historical figures, navigating Edwardian society, and uncovering a mystery, all while knowing the ship's impending doom. This chapter book blends historical fiction with fantasy, offering an engaging adventure that explores themes of identity, courage, and empathy. Parents should be aware that the story culminates with the sinking of the Titanic, a historical event handled with age-appropriate sensitivity, focusing on Louise's experience rather than graphic details.
Twelve-year-old Louise Lambert accepts an invitation to a private sale of vintage clothing but upon donning an evening gown, she finds herself in 1912 aboard the Titanic as the gown's original owner, silent film star Alice Baxter.
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If you could time travel to any historical event, where would you go and why?
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How do you think Louise felt pretending to be Alice Baxter? What would be the hardest part about being someone else?
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What did you learn about life in 1912 or about the Titanic from this book?
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How did Louise show bravery during her adventure on the Titanic?
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If you had a magical piece of clothing, what would it do?
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