The Mystery of the Magic Wagon©

Words to Know:

mongol – member of an Asian people inhabiting Mongolia and parts of China and Siberia.

Introduction:

A famous warrior named Genghis Khan wanted to test a new weapon for his army. What happened in that test should never be forgotten.

Read Story Aloud:

Discussion:

Was Genghis Khan wise to choose his most trusted officers to lead the march across the desert?

Did the officers think that they were doing anything wrong by going near the wagon?

When you are given orders, what is your responsibility?

What kind of order would you refuse to follow?

If we do not follow orders, do we become responsible for what happens thereafter? Explain.

Enrichment: (Optional)

Think of any responsibility you have at this stage of life.

Character Traits: Define how these character traits relate in the story.