Happily Ever After Rescue Team: Agents of H.E.A.R.T.
#1 in Agents of H.E.A.R.T. Series
What’s inside...
A young girl's wish to help out in her family's seaside café gets out of hand when she accidentally summons a rescue squad of fairytale princesses in this first book of a fun new illustrated chapter book series, Happily Ever After Rescue Team: Agents of H.E.A.R.T.!
After her parents move the family to a new town, all Evie wants is to help out in their new café. But nobody wants a kid--no matter how wonderful of a waitress they are--underfoot. And she does have an unfortunate habit of dropping, and spilling, and crashing! But, she also has a knack for super-fantastic dessert ideas that could win the best café contest--if only her dad and stepmom would listen!
When her frustrated wish to help accidentally summons a group of fairytale princesses right out of a storybook, Evie finds herself busy fending off their well-meaning attempts to "rescue" her. Agents of HEART? More like agents of chaos!
...she's keeping the puppy though.
Why read this book
- Exciting adventure with engaging, heroic characters.
- Fosters empathy and teamwork in young readers.
- Enhances problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ideal for family reading, bonding over bravery themes.
Discussion points
What is one way the Agents of H.E.A.R.T. helped someone in the story? What would you do if you were in their place?
How did the characters show teamwork? Can you think of a time when you worked together with someone to solve a problem?
Each agent has a special skill that helps on their missions. Which skill would you choose to have and why?
Who was your favorite character and what did you like most about them?
If you could create your own adventure for the Agents of H.E.A.R.T., what kind of mission would they go on?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences, which can help them connect more deeply with the characters.
Ask your child how they feel about the actions of the characters to better understand their perspective and moral reasoning.
Praise your child’s responses to encourage them to share more of their thoughts and feelings about the story.
Use the distinctive qualities of the characters to discuss the importance of diversity and the unique contributions each person can make to a team effort.
Propose creating a drawing or a small project based on the book’s adventure to help solidify their understanding and make the interaction more engaging.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: In 'Happily Ever After Rescue Team: Agents of H.E.A.R.T.', the characters must work together to solve various fairy-tale crises, emphasizing the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of cooperating in group settings such as school projects or sports teams, understanding that collective efforts can lead to success.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The book showcases characters facing and overcoming obstacles, teaching kids how to think critically and solve problems creatively.
Real-World Application: This can help children become more independent in their day-to-day challenges and enhance their ability to make decisions.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding
Explanation: Characters in the story often help others in distress, encouraging children to understand and share the feelings of others.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this empathy in real life by supporting their peers or family members when they face emotional challenges, fostering stronger relationships.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Agents of H.E.A.R.T. are given specific tasks to complete, highlighting the importance of taking responsibility for their roles and actions.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children grasp the concept of accountability, encouraging them to take charge of their tasks, whether it’s homework or chores, responsibly.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: The book's protagonists often face fearsome challenges but learn to overcome their fears, showing the value of courage in difficult situations.
Real-World Application: Children are motivated to face their own fears and learn that courage doesn’t mean the absence of fear, but the determination to act despite it.