Caspian Crashes the Party

Edward T. Welch

Ages 4-7

Caspian is jealous of all the attention his brother, Jax, gets during Jax’s birthday party. Caspian’s jealousy grows so big that he tries to ruin the party. However, with a little help from his dad, his pastor, and the Good Book, he realizes that he can be content in any situation.

Question 1 - What was Caspian thinking and feeling at Jax’s party?

Discussion Guide - Discuss how Caspian was feeling jealous. All he chose to think about was how much better Jax’s party was than his party.

Question 2 - What did Caspian’s jealousy lead him to do?

Discussion Guide - Discuss how Caspian let all the air out of the bounce house and ruined everyone’s fun.

Question 3 - What truths did Caspian learn that showed him his jealousy was sin?

Discussion Guide - Read Philippians 4:11-13 and Psalm 63:3. Discuss how Caspian learned that he could be content in any situation by trusting God and recognizing that God’s love is better than life.

Bonus Question - If your child has gone through God’s Good Design Curriculum, ask, “How did we see sin corrupt God’s good design in this book?”

Discussion Guide - Discuss how Caspian’s jealousy caused him to not treat his brother with love and kindness. This sin separated him from God and from his brother. Then, remind your child of the good news that Jesus defeated the power and punishment of sin.

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