Time

Who is the old professor? Based on your knowledge of THe Magician's Nephew, how much time has gone by in the professor's life in relation the world of Narnia? What hints are there in the story about how much time has gone by? How much time do the children spend in Narnia?

Lucy

In the beginning the children have trouble with Lucy's claims that she has been to Narnia. What does the Professor say about this? How does he apply magic to this situation?

Good and Terrible

Throughout the book there is a paradox about Aslan, which the beavers especially talk about. They say he is good and terrible. Compare this to what is said about God in the Bible.

Deep Magic

What is the magic of the Emperor as the witch understands it? How does Edmund fit into this? What is the deeper magic she didn't know about?

Aslan

Aslan tells Beaver "All names will soon be restored to their proper owners. In the meantime we will not dispute about noises." What do you think he meant by this?