1. The Prophecy: The novel begins with a prophecy made by a group of Mollusk Islanders. They predict the arrival of a "starcatcher," a child destined to play a significant role in the fate of the island. This prophecy foreshadows Peter's journey and his eventual encounter with the starstuff and his role in saving Neverland.
2. The Naming of Peter: When Molly gives Peter his new name, she also foreshadows his future and the choices ahead of him. She speaks of him being a "starcatcher," a "fighter," and a "friend," alluding to the roles he will play in the story.
3. Captain Hook: Throughout the novel, there are hints and mentions of a young pirate named James Hook. Although he doesn't appear directly until the end, these mentions serve as foreshadowing to his future rivalry and conflict with Peter Pan in later stories.
4. Molly's Gift: Molly gives Peter a special knife with the message, "A little light makes a big difference." This small kindness and the words that accompany it foreshadow Peter's character and the importance of even small acts of goodness in the face of darkness.
5. The Sea Serpent: The novel mentions the legend of a sea serpent, which some characters dismiss as a myth. In the end, the sea serpent plays a significant role in the story, demonstrating that not everything considered imaginary is truly so.
6. Peter's Shadow: Early on, Peter is shown to be able to detach his shadow from his body, which foreshadows the theme of duality and the contrast between Peter's light side and darker instincts.
7. Crocodile: The appearance of a ticking crocodile in the book foreshadows the iconic character Captain Hook's famous fear of crocodiles in later "Peter Pan" stories.
These instances of foreshadowing create anticipation, hinting at the events and character developments that will unfold throughout the novel and setting the stage for the future adventures of Peter Pan and his companions in Neverland.