A Wrinkle in Time
By Madeleine L'Engle Age Range- 10 - 12 years "A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeleine L'Engle follows Meg Murry and her brother Charles Wallace as they embark on a cosmic adventure to rescue their father from the clutches of darkness, encountering strange beings and challenging the forces of evil along the way.
What's the Story
"A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeleine L'Engle follows Meg Murry, her brother Charles Wallace, and their friend Calvin O'Keefe on an extraordinary journey across the universe. Guided by three mysterious beings—Mrs. Whatsit, Mrs. Who, and Mrs. Which—they travel through space and time to rescue Meg and Charles Wallace's father from the clutches of an evil entity known as IT. Along the way, they encounter strange planets, face mind-bending challenges, and confront their own fears and insecurities. Through their adventures, they learn about the power of love, courage, and the importance of embracing their individuality. As they battle the forces of darkness, Meg and her companions discover that strength comes from within, and that true heroes are those who dare to defy the odds and fight for what is right.
Key Points from the Book
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The Murry Family: The story revolves around the Murry family, particularly Meg Murry, her brilliant brother Charles Wallace, and their scientist father, Dr. Alex Murry, who has mysteriously disappeared. Kids will relate to the dynamics of the Murry family and the strong bond between Meg and Charles Wallace.
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Time and Space Travel: "A Wrinkle in Time" introduces kids to the concept of time and space travel through the use of tesseracts—folds in the fabric of space-time that allow characters to travel instantaneously to different planets and dimensions. Kids will be fascinated by the idea of traveling through tesseracts and exploring other worlds.
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The Battle of Good vs. Evil: Throughout their journey, Meg and her companions encounter dark forces that threaten to engulf the universe in darkness. Kids will be captivated by the epic battle between good and evil as Meg and her friends confront fear and uncertainty to overcome darkness and restore balance to the universe.
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Themes of Love and Individuality: "A Wrinkle in Time" explores themes of love, individuality, and the power of the human spirit. Kids will learn valuable lessons about the importance of embracing their uniqueness, standing up for what they believe in, and finding strength in love and friendship as they join Meg on her quest to rescue her father and save the universe.