What are the common themes in 70's children's book telekinesis short stories?

One such book could be 'Carrie' by Stephen King. Although it's more of a horror novel, it features a young girl with telekinesis and was first published in the 70s. It was later adapted into a movie as well. The story of Carrie is really engaging as it shows her struggle with her powers and the bullying she endures at school.

One common theme is friendship. For example, in many stories, friends help each other out of difficult situations. In 'Frog and Toad' stories, Frog and Toad are always there for each other, and their interactions are often funny and heart - warming.

A third common theme is courage. Consider stories where a small character has to face a big and scary monster or a difficult situation. By showing courage, the character overcomes the problem. This helps children understand that they can be brave too when facing difficulties.

One common theme is the unknown. For example, in 'The Tell - Tale Heart', the narrator's madness and what really lies in his mind are unknown, creating fear. Another theme is death. In 'The Little Match Girl', the girl's approaching death is a central part of the story. Supernatural elements are also common, like the Headless Horseman in 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' which is a supernatural entity.

Well, a common theme is the idea of the unknown. Ghosts are something that kids can't really understand fully, so it creates a sense of mystery. In addition, many children's short ghost stories have a theme of discovery. The children in the stories are often on a journey to find out more about the ghost, like in 'The Ghost in the Attic'. And, of course, there's the theme of the supernatural which is exciting for kids as it's different from their normal everyday experiences.

The theme of change for the worse often appears. In 'Bridge to Terabithia', Leslie's death changes the main character's world completely. Disappointment is also there. In stories where a child hopes for something and it doesn't come true, like in some fairytale - like sad short stories. And the feeling of being different or an outsider, which can be seen in stories where a child character doesn't fit in with others and feels sad about it.

Common themes in children's crime short stories include mystery itself. The element of not knowing what has happened or who is responsible creates an exciting plot. In 'The Case of the Vanishing Cake', the mystery of who ate the cake before the party is what drives the story. Problem - solving is another theme. The children have to use their brains to come up with solutions to the crimes. In 'The Garden Theft', they need to figure out how to catch the person stealing the vegetables from the garden. And moral lessons are often there too. For example, in 'The Stolen Bracelet' story, the children learn that honesty is important when they find out that one of their friends lied about seeing the bracelet. This theme of teaching kids values through the solving of crimes is quite common.

One common theme is family. Stories often revolve around the relationships within a family, teaching children about love and support.

Magic is also a very prevalent theme. Many children's Halloween short stories involve witches, wizards, and magic spells. Take 'Strega Nona's Magic Lessons' for instance. Magic is used to create a sense of wonder and mystery. It also allows for all kinds of strange and exciting things to happen, like flying broomsticks and talking animals. Halloween - specific elements like pumpkins, ghosts, and black cats are also common themes as they set the spooky mood for the story.

Morality is also a prevalent theme. These short stories usually teach children right from wrong. For instance, stories might show the consequences of lying or the rewards of being kind. Additionally, cultural traditions are often a part of the stories. They can introduce children to the unique Afrikaans traditions, such as certain festivals or ways of life, which helps in preserving the cultural heritage.