Local Hero (Justice League Unlimited)
Justice League Unlimited Series
What’s inside...
When a young boy on the planet Rann wonders why his world doesn't have its own heroes, Adam Strange shows him what it means to be a hero.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What qualities do you think make someone a hero? How do you see those qualities in the characters from the book?
How do the Justice League members work together to solve problems? Can you think of a time when teamwork helped you?
How do the characters in the book face their fears? What can we learn from them about handling scary situations?
What would you do if you had superpowers like the characters in the book? How would you use them to help others?
How do the actions of the 'Local Hero' impact the community in the story? Why is it important to contribute positively to our community?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts on heroism and relate them to personal experiences or people they consider as heroes in their real life.
Discuss the importance of teamwork shown in the book, and relate it to family activities or school projects, emphasizing the value of working together.
Help your child identify the fears faced by characters and draw parallels to their own fears, discussing strategies to overcome them.
Use creative prompts like imagining having superpowers to make the conversation fun and engaging, while subtly instilling values of responsibility and altruism.
Connect the story's themes to real-life examples of community service and discuss how your child can participate and make a difference in their own community.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: In 'Local Hero', characters from the Justice League work together to solve problems and defeat villains, highlighting the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by collaborating with their peers on group projects or in team sports, learning to value each member's contribution.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The superheroes demonstrate responsibility by using their powers to help others and protect their community, setting an example of good citizenship.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to take responsibility for their actions and duties, be it in completing homework on time or helping out with chores at home.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Characters face dangerous situations bravely, teaching children the value of courage in the face of adversity.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to face their own fears, whether speaking in front of the class or standing up to a bully.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The superheroes often show understanding and compassion towards others, including their adversaries, in the story.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the importance of empathy and kindness towards classmates and friends, fostering better interpersonal relationships.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: The plot revolves around complex situations where characters need to find clever and ethical solutions, demonstrating effective problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think critically and creatively to solve problems they encounter in schoolwork or in day-to-day life.