A Necklace of Raindrops: questions to ask and activities to try
A necklace made of raindrops that grants gifts. A Necklace of Raindrops is eight magical classic stories by Joan Aiken.
What age is it for? A Necklace of Raindrops is best for ages 5–9. Good for: Eight magical classic stories.
A Necklace of Raindrops (Joan Aiken and Jan Pieńkowski)
- Age
- 5-9
- Best for
- Eight magical classic stories
Read one story a night. They're perfect bedtime length.
What it helps with
- Classic stories
- Magic and wishes
- Kindness rewarded
- Bedtime reading
Comprehension and discussion questions
Pick two or three, not all of them. “I don’t know” is a fine answer, and you can always come back to it another day.
- “What did the necklace do?”
- “Who gave it to Laura?”
- “What happened to it?”
- “Which story was your favourite?”
- “What wish would you make?”
- “What would your magic necklace do?”
5-minute activities to try together
Wish necklace
Make a bead necklace and give each bead a wish.
Story night
Read one story each night for a week.
Free printables: A Necklace of Raindrops worksheet and activity pack
This book’s one-page worksheet with the questions and activities above, plus our activity pack: printable scenario cards, three 5-minute activities and a “What could I try?” page for practising everyday skills together. Enter your email and download them straight away.
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- Best for
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- Age
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- Best for
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- Age
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- Best for
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- Age
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By the Growing Wise team · Last reviewed: 10 October 2026
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