Summer Lifeguards: Selena to the Rescue (Summer Lifeguards, 3)
#3 of 4 in Summer Lifeguards Series
What’s inside...
The wholesome summer fun continues in the third book of the Summer Lifeguards series! Selena knows she'll be an actress one day, and she's pretty sure her showbiz enthusiasm will help her tackle all her problems...or will it? Junior Lifeguards basic training isn't for wimps. Thirteen-year-old aspiring actress Selena Diaz learns this the hard way during her first week of training. Along with best pals Jenna, Piper, and Ziggy, Selena is just getting her feet wet as a lifeguard trainee and the going is tough. What's worse, she's also dealing with a new job, swim lessons, a show-tunes singing math tutor, and a haughty neighbor who's also kind of her boss. Meanwhile, they soon discover that a real Hollywood star is shining brightly in their midst—right here on the Cape! It's going take all of Selena's showbiz enthusiasm to tackle her busiest summer ever.
Character compass
Selena Maxwell
Toby
Mckenzie
Piper Janssen
Jill
Discussion points
How did Selena show bravery and leadership in the book?
What would you do if you were in Selena's situation?
How do you think teamwork is important as a lifeguard?
What qualities do you admire most in Selena and why?
How can we apply some lessons from the book in our daily lives?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to think about the qualities that make a good leader and teammate, reflecting on Selena's actions.
Ask your child to relate personal experiences where they had to make quick decisions or help others, connecting them to the story.
Discuss the importance of safety and responsibility, using scenarios from the book as examples.
Highlight the role of teamwork and cooperation, discussing how each character contributed to solving problems.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Responsibility
Explanation: Selena, as a lifeguard, collaborates with her peers to ensure the safety of beachgoers, demonstrating the importance of working together and taking responsibility seriously.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of cooperating with others and being accountable for their roles, which can be applied in school projects and household chores.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving and Quick Thinking
Explanation: Throughout the book, Selena faces various emergencies that require her to think on her feet and make swift decisions.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of staying calm under pressure and thinking critically to solve problems, skills that are useful in unexpected situations at school or in other social settings.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Helping Others
Explanation: Selena shows empathy and compassion while helping beachgoers, illustrating how understanding and helping others is crucial.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to be more empathetic and supportive in their interactions with friends and family members, fostering better relationships.
Example Lesson: Courage and Overcoming Fears
Explanation: Faced with challenging situations, Selena musters the courage to overcome her fears to ensure the safety of others, highlighting the strength in facing and conquering one's fears.
Real-World Application: This lesson can inspire children to face their own fears, whether it's trying out for a sports team, speaking in front of a class, or standing up for what is right.
Example Lesson: Importance of Preparation and Training
Explanation: Selena's effective handling of emergencies is largely due to her prior training and preparation as a lifeguard.
Real-World Application: This underscores the importance of proper preparation and training in any field, encouraging children to take their education and training seriously for future responsibilities.