Kid Normal and the Rogue Heroes
#2 of 4 in Kid Normal Series
What’s inside...
In 'Kid Normal and the Rogue Heroes', the second book in the Kid Normal series, Murph Cooper and the Super Zeroes face a new challenge. With their superhero school in a state of disarray, it falls to them to tackle a rogue’s gallery of villainous masterminds. Outsmarted at every turn, it's up to Kid Normal to harness his powers, rally his friends, and rise to the occasion to save the day. The world's most feared supervillain has broken a thirty year silence and demands to see Kid Normal, making the stakes higher than ever.
Character compass
Murph Cooper
Nelly O’Toole
Hilda Muldoon
Billy Lee
Mary Chegwin
Nektar
Discussion points
What qualities do you think make someone a hero, based on Kid Normal's adventures?
How do the characters in the book overcome challenges? Can you think of a time you faced a challenge and how you dealt with it?
Kid Normal and his friends have unique qualities. What unique qualities do you have that you are proud of?
The story shows the importance of teamwork. Why do you think working together helped the characters succeed?
How do you think the story would change if Kid Normal had superpowers? Would he still be the same person?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and ideas about the book, relating the themes to their own experiences. Ask open-ended questions that stimulate critical thinking and personal connection. Share your own perspectives and stories that relate to the themes in the book, fostering a deeper bond and understanding. Highlight the importance of qualities like bravery, kindness, and persistence discussed in the book. Use examples from the book to discuss overcoming fears and challenges, making the conversation relevant and empowering.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing uniqueness
Explanation: The protagonist, despite lacking superpowers in a school for superheroes, utilizes his unique qualities to solve problems.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value their individual traits and understand that differences contribute positively to any team or community.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: Kid Normal works with his friends to overcome challenges, demonstrating that collaboration is often key to success.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to work cooperatively in group settings such as school projects or sports.
Example Lesson: Courage and resilience
Explanation: Facing various adversities, the characters show bravery and resilience in challenging situations.
Real-World Application: Kids are inspired to handle their own difficulties with courage, and not be disheartened by setbacks.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The characters often find themselves in tricky situations where they need to think creatively to find solutions.
Real-World Application: This can help children improve their critical thinking skills and foster a can-do attitude towards complex problems in real life.