Marv and the Pool of Peril
#3 of 6 in Marv Series
What’s inside...
Marvin's life is perfectly ordinary until one day he discovers a superhero suit with infinite powers. In this story, supervillain Shadow takes over the water park with her army of robot sharks. Armed with his super-suit and robot sidekick, Pixel, Marvin dives into action to become the invincible, unstoppable MARV! When ordinary boy Marvin wears his super-suit, he becomes MARV, a superhero with infinite powers. Marvin and his friend Joe are at the brand-new super-spectacular waterpark - WAVE WORLD! But despite the excitement, Marv's reluctant to get in the water. Although Marv can swim, sometimes he gets struck by a fear of the water that he calls 'The Panic'. Marv uses excuse after excuse to stay out of the pool. Then someone shouts 'SHARK!' It looks like a supervillain is up to mischief again. It's time for Marvin to become MARV. But, even as a hero, overcoming his fear of the water is going to be a challenge. Can Marv defeat supervillain Shadow and her army of robot sharks to save the day?
Discussion points
What do you think Marv felt when he first saw the Pool of Peril?
How do you think working together helped Marv and his friends?
Can you think of a time when you were brave like Marv?
What would you have done if you were in Marv’s place?
How do you think the story would change if there was no Pool of Peril?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story and relate it to their own experiences.
Discuss the importance of teamwork and ask your child to give examples of when they worked with others to achieve a goal.
Praise your child’s responses to instill confidence and encourage deeper thinking.
Ask your child to imagine alternative endings or different scenarios within the book, fostering creativity and critical thinking.
Relate the book’s themes to real-life situations to help your child understand the practical implications of the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage in Facing Fears
Explanation: In 'Marv and the Pool of Peril,' the protagonist, Marv, confronts his fear of swimming. Despite his initial reluctance, Marv bravely decides to face this challenge head-on.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of overcoming their fears, whether it's trying a new activity or facing a challenging situation at school or home.
Example Lesson: The Value of Perseverance
Explanation: Throughout the story, Marv struggles with learning to swim but does not give up. His perseverance is rewarded as he gradually becomes more confident in the water.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the importance of persistence in mastering new skills or overcoming difficulties, instilling a mindset that effort leads to improvement.
Example Lesson: Supportive Friendship
Explanation: Marv's friends encourage and support him at every step of his journey, creating a nurturing environment that helps him succeed.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of supporting their peers, emphasizing empathy, encouragement, and the positive impacts of a supportive community.
Example Lesson: Importance of Safety
Explanation: The book highlights the essential safety measures Marv takes while learning to swim, underlining the importance of following rules and guidelines for safety.
Real-World Application: It emphasizes to children the need to adhere to safety rules and guidelines in various aspects of life, particularly when engaging in physical activities.