Space Camp (Star Trek Deep Space Nine Book 10)
#10 in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine - Young Adult Series
What’s inside...
Commander Sisko has made Jake an offer he can't refuse -- the chance to attend Starfleet Academy Summer Space Camp on Rijar, once home to an ancient civilization, now an archaeologist's dream. Jake's father has even agreed to send Nog. Jake is looking forward to the adventure and maybe finding something in the ruins to write a story about. But from the day they arrive it's a disaster! The best friends are on their way to becoming worst enemies -- until an accident triggers the countdown of a megabomb that threatens the entire planet! Jake and Nog lead an expedition into the catacombs under the base in a desperate race against time. Their only hope is a terrifying voyage into cyberspace to gain control of the ticking bomb that is about to explode...
Character compass
Jake Sisko
Nog
Discussion points
Why do you think teamwork is important when the characters go to Space Camp?
How do the characters handle challenges and what can we learn from them?
What would you do if you were in a similar situation as your favorite character in the book?
Can you think of a time when you had to work with others to solve a problem? How does it relate to the story?
What do you think you would enjoy most about attending Space Camp, just like the characters?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to draw parallels between the challenges faced by characters at Space Camp and their own experiences in school or during extracurricular activities.
Discuss the importance of each character's unique skills in the book and relate it to the diverse talents of each family member.
Ask your child to imagine their own space adventure. What role would they play? What challenges would they face?
After reading, consider watching a documentary or show about space exploration to deepen the connection with the book’s themes.
Use the book as an opportunity to research more about space and science, enhancing the educational value through interactive learning.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'Space Camp,' characters work together to solve challenges and complete missions at the space camp. This collaboration highlights the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to cooperate and value each other’s contributions.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters face various obstacles that require critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills to overcome.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think critically and develop problem-solving skills in everyday situations, whether it's figuring out a difficult homework question or resolving a conflict with a peer.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The protagonists’ experiences at space camp ignite their curiosity about space and science, showing the joy of learning new things.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to explore subjects that interest them and develop a lifelong love for learning. This could be through reading, experimenting, or asking questions in their daily life.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Characters in the book are given tasks that they must complete, teaching them about responsibility and accountability.
Real-World Application: Kids can take on small responsibilities at home or in school, learning the importance of fulfilling their duties and the satisfaction that comes from it.
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: As the characters at space camp encounter unexpected situations, they learn to adapt to changes and be flexible in their planning.
Real-World Application: This lesson is crucial for children to understand that not everything may go as planned, and being adaptable is key to overcoming challenges in real life.