Spies in Disguise: The Junior Novel
Spies in Disguise Series
What’s inside...
Spies in Disguise, featuring an all-star cast including Will Smith, Tom Holland, Karen Gillan, Rashida Jones, and DJ Khaled, hits theaters on December 25, 2019. The movie follows super spy Lance Sterling and scientist Walter Beckett who are polar opposites. Lance is smooth and suave, while Walter lacks social skills but makes up for it with intelligence and inventive gadgets. When an unexpected turn of events forces them to work together, they must learn to cooperate as a team to save the world. The Junior Novel retells this hilarious and action-packed story, complete with a full-color section of exciting artwork.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-12
Length
176 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Lance Sterling
Walter Beckett
Marcy Kappel
Killian
Discussion points
What do you think makes a good spy? Why?
How do Lance and Walter’s personalities differ, and how do they complement each other?
If you could invent any gadget like Walter, what would it do and why?
What does the book teach us about teamwork and trusting others?
How do the characters in the book change from the beginning to the end?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the qualities of a good team member or friend, relating it to the characters in the book.
Ask your child what gadget they would invent to be a spy, stimulating creativity and problem-solving skills.
Discuss the importance of different personality traits and how diverse skills can contribute to achieving a goal.
Highlight the moral lessons in the story, such as trust and cooperation.
Prompt your child to reflect on how characters evolve, linking it to personal growth and development.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: In 'Spies in Disguise: The Junior Novel', characters must collaborate to successfully complete their spy missions, demonstrating that teamwork can lead to achieving great things.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by working together with their peers in school projects or sports, understanding that unity is strength.
Example Lesson: The value of creativity and innovation
Explanation: The protagonist uses inventive gadgets and creative solutions to navigate challenges, showcasing how thinking outside the box can be beneficial.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be inventive in their problem-solving strategies, whether it's building something unique with their toys or finding a new way to tackle homework.
Example Lesson: The significance of integrity
Explanation: Characters in the book face moral dilemmas and learn that honesty and ethical behavior forge trust and respect.
Real-World Application: Children learn that being truthful and fair is important in building lasting relationships with friends and family.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of adversity
Explanation: Throughout the novel, the characters encounter numerous obstacles but remain determined and resilient, ultimately overcoming these challenges.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of perseverance and not giving up when they face difficulties at school or in personal endeavors.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding different perspectives
Explanation: The spies learn to understand and cooperate with diverse characters, which highlights the benefits of empathy and considering multiple viewpoints.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children appreciate the diversity of people in their community and promote an inclusive attitude towards others.