Despereaux 4: Perfidy

Identify the relationship between this cartoon clip and our book The Tale of Despereaux.

Despereaux 3: Analyze and Compare

In what way(s) does this photo remind you of Book the First from The Tale of Despereaux?

Despereaux 2: The Lion King II

You might recognize the song/scene above from the movie Lion King II.  Watch the video and analyze the relationship between this scene and Despereaux's experience.

Despereaux 1: Light vs Dark

There are several prompts to think about.  Discuss the ones that intrigue you the most.

There are several references to light and dark throughout the first section of the book.  What do you think light might mean in the story?  What does dark mean?  What ideas from the story symbolize or represent the light and dark?

Are there other stories, books, or movies that come to mind where the writer or author used images of light or dark to make a point?