Sky Jumpers
#1 of 2 in Sky Jumpers Series
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Sky Jumpers follows the journey of Hope, a young girl living in White Rock, a town in a post-apocalyptic world impacted by the Green Bombs War. Despite lacking inventive talent, which is highly valued in her town, Hope proves her bravery through risky jumping activities. The story heightens when bandits target White Rock for its antibiotics, forcing Hope and her friends to navigate the perilous Bomb’s Breath. Throughout the story, Hope's courage shines as she faces epic dangers and impossible odds in this sci-fi adventure.
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Discussion points
What do you think it felt like for Hope to live in White Rock, a town where inventions are crucial for survival? Can you imagine living there?
How did Hope show bravery throughout the story? Can you give examples of times you've had to be brave?
Why do you think teamwork was important for the children in Sky Jumpers? How does teamwork help us accomplish goals in real life?
What would you have invented if you lived in White Rock? How would your invention help the community?
How do you think the town changed after the events of the story? What lessons do you think the people of White Rock learned?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by expressing genuine interest in their thoughts about the book, setting a relaxed and open atmosphere.
Ask follow-up questions based on their responses to encourage deeper thinking and connection to the themes in the book.
Relate the challenges faced by the characters to real-life situations your child may encounter, enhancing their empathy and problem-solving skills.
Praise your child's insights and contributions to the discussion to boost their confidence and engagement with reading.
Encourage creative thinking by asking your child to come up with their own inventions or solutions to problems presented in the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: In 'Sky Jumpers', the protagonist Hope shows immense courage when facing dangerous situations in her post-apocalyptic town. Despite her fears, she steps forward to save her community when it's threatened.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to face their fears and stand up in challenging situations, whether it's trying out for a school play, standing up to a bully, or helping out a friend in need.
Example Lesson: Innovation and Problem Solving
Explanation: Hope is inventive and uses her scientific knowledge to create solutions that help her village. Her ability to think critically under pressure is a key aspect of the story.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to embrace STEM learning and utilize creative thinking and problem-solving skills in their daily life, from working out a math problem to configuring how to fix a broken toy.
Example Lesson: The Importance of Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout 'Sky Jumpers', Hope and her friends work together to overcome obstacles. Their collaboration is crucial in finding solutions that no single individual could achieve alone.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to value teamwork, understand diverse perspectives, and cooperate with others in group settings such as classroom projects, sports teams, or during playtime.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and Leadership
Explanation: Hope often takes the lead in devising plans and making decisions for her group, showing responsibility for not just her own safety, but that of her friends and community.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to take initiative, be responsible for their actions, and lead by example in their interactions with siblings, classmates, and friends.