Star Wars: The Phantom Menace: The Expanded Visual Dictionary
#2 in Star Wars Adventures, Star Wars Legends: Comics Series
What’s inside...
Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace hits the big screen in 3-D on February 10, 2012! The Expanded Visual Dictionary offers an in-depth exploration of the characters, weapons, starships, droids, and creatures from the movie. With thirty-two new pages and fully updated content featuring annotated archive photography, this definitive guide covers every aspect of the film, from young Anakin Skywalker and Podracing on Tatooine, to the droidekas and battle droids that attack Naboo.
Character compass
Anakin Skywalker
Padmé Amidala
Shmi Skywalker
R2-D2
Jar Jar Binks
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Qui-Gon Jinn
Nute Gunray
Sheev Palpatine
Darth Maul
Discussion points
What qualities do you admire in the characters like Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi, and why?
How do the different settings in the book, like Naboo or Tatooine, contribute to the story?
If you could use the Force, what would you do with it and why?
Which gadget or vehicle from the book do you think is the coolest, and what would you do with it?
How do the choices characters make affect their journeys? Can you think of a time when you made an important choice?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think deeply about the story by asking them to relate the character's experiences and choices to their own life. Highlight the moral and ethical dilemmas characters face to help your child develop critical thinking. Use the detailed visuals in the dictionary to spark discussions about technology and creativity. Connect the story to real-life lessons about courage, friendship, and responsibility.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The value of teamwork
Explanation: The characters in 'Star Wars: The Phantom Menace' often rely on teamwork to overcome challenges, whether it's repairing a starship or strategizing in battle.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by working cooperatively in group projects at school or in team sports, understanding that collaboration can lead to achieving great results.
Example Lesson: The importance of courage
Explanation: Throughout the story, characters like Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi exhibit bravery when facing the dark forces, teaching that courage is vital when confronting fears.
Real-World Application: Children learn to face their own fears and challenges, whether it's trying out for a school play, standing up for a friend, or tackling a difficult subject in school.
Example Lesson: The impact of choices
Explanation: Anakin Skywalker’s journey highlights how personal choices can have profound impacts on one's life path, emphasizing the importance of making thoughtful decisions.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand that their choices, such as doing homework on time or choosing to tell the truth, have consequences that shape their future.
Example Lesson: Respect for diversity
Explanation: The interaction between various species in the galaxy shows the importance of respecting and valuing diversity, promoting an inclusive mentality.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to embrace differences in others, appreciating diverse cultures, beliefs, and backgrounds in their communities and schools.
Example Lesson: Continuous learning and curiosity
Explanation: Jedi training focuses on constant learning and adaptation, showcasing the benefits of lifelong learning and curiosity.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to remain curious and enthusiastic about learning new things, whether it’s a new hobby, subject area, or skill.