Witchlings

The questions inside

One per chapter, across all 30 chapters — every question is editable before you print.

1. Chapter 1: What do you learn about Seven Salazar and the magical town of Ravenskill in the opening chapter? Which details make the setting feel special or different from our world?
2. Chapter 2: Seven has strong hopes for the Black Moon Ceremony. What does she want to happen, and why does it matter so much to her?
3. Chapter 3: How does the Black Moon Ceremony change Seven’s life? Describe her first reaction to the coven she is placed in.
4. Chapter 4: Seven, Valley, and Thorn do not all feel the same way about becoming a coven. How do their different personalities show in this chapter?
5. Chapter 5: What are the possible consequences for the Witchlings if they cannot seal their coven? How do those consequences make the story more tense?
6. Chapter 6: Choose one word from this chapter that is important to the world of the story, such as “coven,” “Spare,” or “Toadie.” What does it mean, and how does it help you understand the plot?
7. Chapter 7: What problem do the three Witchlings face as they begin trying to work together? What advice would you give them?
8. Chapter 8: Seven has to deal with disappointment and embarrassment. How does she respond, and what does that show about her character?
9. Chapter 9: What clues does the author give that the task ahead will be dangerous? Which clue seems most important to you, and why?
10. Chapter 10: What do the Witchlings learn about the Nightbeast or the danger they must face? How does this new information change their plan?
11. Chapter 11: How does the author use scary or mysterious details to build suspense in this chapter? Give one or two examples.
12. Chapter 12: In this chapter, the Witchlings each bring different strengths and weaknesses to the group. What is one strength each character shows?
13. Chapter 13: Make a prediction: What do you think will be the biggest challenge for Seven, Valley, and Thorn as they continue their task? Use evidence from the story.
14. Chapter 14: How does magic in this chapter connect to practice, learning, or courage? What message might the author be sending about getting better at something hard?
15. Chapter 15: Valley can be difficult, but she is also more than just “mean.” What do you learn about her in this part of the story?
16. Chapter 16: What new clue or discovery helps the Witchlings understand their mission better? How does it move the story forward?
17. Chapter 17: Describe a moment when trust becomes important in this chapter. Why is trust hard for the characters right now?
18. Chapter 18: What do the rules and traditions of Ravenskill show about the witching world? Do you think these rules are fair? Explain your opinion.
19. Chapter 19: Seven has to make choices when things feel risky. What choice does she make, and what does it reveal about what she values?
20. Chapter 20: How has the relationship between Seven, Thorn, and Valley changed since the beginning of the book? Use examples from the story.
21. Chapter 21: Sometimes monsters in stories are not exactly what they first seem to be. How does this idea appear in this chapter?
22. Chapter 22: What theme, or big lesson, about kindness, bravery, or belonging do you notice in this chapter? Explain how the events show that theme.
23. Chapter 23: The Witchlings must think carefully before acting. What is their plan, and what could go wrong?
24. Chapter 24: During the most exciting part of the story, how do the characters show bravery in different ways?
25. Chapter 25: What truth or surprise is revealed in this chapter? How does it change the way you understand earlier events?
26. Chapter 26: How do the adults or leaders in the story react to what the Witchlings have done? What does their reaction tell you about them?
27. Chapter 27: How has Seven changed from the beginning of the book to now? Describe at least two ways she has grown.
28. Chapter 28: The book explores what it means to belong. What does belonging mean to Seven by this point in the story?
29. Chapter 29: If the story continued after this chapter, what do you predict might happen next for the Witchlings? What clues support your prediction?
30. Chapter 30: What was your favorite part of Witchlings, and why? What lesson or idea from the book will you remember most?

Example answers

Printed at the front of the booklet, so your reader can see what a strong answer looks like.

Chapter 8: Seven has to deal with disappointment and embarrassment. How does she respond, and what does that show about her character?

I think Seven feels really hurt because things did not happen the way she hoped. Even though she is embarrassed, she does not completely give up. She keeps trying to understand what she can do next. This shows me that Seven is stronger than she thinks and that she can keep going when life is unfair.

Chapter 18: What do the rules and traditions of Ravenskill show about the witching world? Do you think these rules are fair? Explain your opinion.

The rules and traditions show that Ravenskill cares a lot about covens and fitting into the right group. I do not think all the rules are fair because they can punish Witchlings for something they did not choose. It seems wrong that being different can make someone feel like they do not belong. I think rules should help people grow instead of making them feel ashamed.

Chapter 27: How has Seven changed from the beginning of the book to now? Describe at least two ways she has grown.

Seven has changed because she is braver and more sure of herself. At the beginning, she mostly wanted to be accepted and be in the coven she imagined. Now she understands that real friendship can come from unexpected people. She also learns to speak up and keep trying, even when the problem seems too big.