1. Write a paper to explain whether this novel is science fiction, fantasy, or a combination of both these genres.

2. List famous child prodigies. How many of them became criminals?

3. Create a code based on cultural interests you have such as science, arts, or sports and write a short message to your best friend.

4. Design a building you would use as a fortress. What technology would you include for protection and conveniences? Invent a device to meet your specific needs and prepare a drawing of it to display with your structural design.

5. Outline the hierarchy of fairies and compare it with the organization and bureaucracy of several countries' militaries.

6. Research Irish mythology and history to determine how much of the information Colfer presents has a factual basis.

7. Analyze the motif of kidnapping and treasure stealing in this book and other examples...