Amulet - The Stonekeeper

captivating · imaginative · thrilling

What do our readers think of Amulet - The Stonekeeper? (AI-Generated Summary)

Children enjoy the exciting adventure, imaginative creatures, bold artwork and the relationship between Emily and Navin.

What does the Pageticker team say about Amulet - The Stonekeeper?

Kazu Kibuishi launches the Amulet series with a thrilling graphic novel packed with striking artwork, strange creatures and wonderfully inventive machines. Emily and Navin make a likeable team, whilst the themes of grief, family loyalty and courage give the adventure some real emotional weight.

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What is Amulet - The Stonekeeper about?

After their father's tragic death, Emily and Navin move with their mother to their late great-grandfather's house. When a sinister creature abducts their mother, the siblings are thrust into a perilous underground world filled with demons, robots, and talking animals. With the aid of a mechanical rabbit named Miskit, they embark on a daring quest to rescue her, confronting formidable monsters and uncovering hidden family secrets along the way.

About the author

Kazu Kibuishi is a talented author and illustrator best known for creating the exciting Amulet graphic novel series. He loves telling stories with pictures and words, bringing magical worlds and brave characters to life. Kazu enjoys inspiring young readers to use their imagination and explore new adventures through his colourful, action-packed books.

Discussion ideas around Amulet - The Stonekeeper

Courage and fear: How do Emily and Navin show courage, even when they are frightened or unsure what to do?

Family secrets: Why might families keep secrets from one another, and when can hiding the truth cause problems?

Power and responsibility: What responsibilities come with possessing a powerful object such as the amulet?

A new world: Which part of the underground world would you most like to explore, and which part would you avoid? Explain why.

Pictures and storytelling: How do the illustrations, expressions and action scenes help tell the story in ways that words alone might not?