BRING THE SULTANA SERIES INTO YOUR CLASSROOM…
The Sultana Series was meant to educate the reader on many levels. It touches upon many important themes such as family dynamics, cultural expectations, bereavement, abandonment, faith, cultural stereotypes, female empowerment, loyalty, war, grief, and love.
Please take a look at the list below to help you explore this adventure series with your students. This series may be read by individuals ages 10 and up.
Questions about content and themes
What are the main themes, and were they explored effectively?
What is the central conflict, and how is it resolved?
How does the setting influence the story?
What surprised you most about the book?
What pivotal scene do you think changed the direction of the story the most?
Which character(s) contribute to the direction of the story?
How can this book change stereotypical perspectives?
What can a reader learn from experiencing this adventure?
Questions about characters
How does the main character change throughout the story?
What motivates the main character's actions?
Which character did you connect with most or least, and why?
How do characters' perceptions of themselves differ from how others see them?
What are the power dynamics between the characters?
Questions about the author and writing style
What do you think the author wants you to learn from reading this story?
What did you like or dislike about the author's writing style?
How does the title connect to the story?
What is the symbolism of the title?
What passage in the book is the most memorable to you?
What is the symbolism of the animals and their placement in the story?
Questions about the book design and cover
Does the cover offer a good representation of the genre?
What do you think about the color choices?
How does the texture of the book feel and connect to the genre?
Are there any easter eggs on the cover, and what do they mean or represent?