Super Rabbit Boy vs. the Gigabot!: A Branches Book (Press Start! #16)
#16 of 17 in Press Start! Series
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What’s inside...
In the sixteenth installment of the Press Start! series, Sunny the gamer returns—controller in hand—to guide his in-game hero, Super Rabbit Boy, through his most intimidating challenge yet: stopping King Viking’s gigantic new robot, the Gigabot, before it stomps Animal Town into pixels. Fast-paced chapters alternate between Sunny’s bedroom (the player) and the bright, 8-bit world of Animal Town (the game), creating an accessible, humor-packed adventure that blends video-game logic with classic superhero daring. With limited continues, tricky power-ups, and a looming time limit, Super Rabbit Boy must rely on quick thinking, courage, and teamwork to save his friends and the game world from certain glitchy doom.
Character compass
Super Rabbit Boy
Sunny
Gigabot
King Viking
Discussion points
How did Super Rabbit Boy stay calm when the timer shrank?
What real-life situations feel like a boss battle to you?
Why was asking friends for help important in this story?
How would you redesign the Gigabot to be less scary?
Tip: Role play these questions
Act out game sound effects during reading to boost engagement.
Create a paper level map together, practicing sequencing skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Work together to solve big problems
Explanation: Super Rabbit Boy invites friends with unique skills to defeat Gigabot.
Real-World Application: Ask classmates or siblings for help on projects or chores.
Example Lesson: Stay calm when plans change
Explanation: A hacked timer forces new strategies without panicking.
Real-World Application: Practice deep breaths when a game or activity doesn’t go as planned.
Example Lesson: Learn from mistakes
Explanation: Super Rabbit Boy respawns and tries new tactics after each setback.
Real-World Application: View errors on homework as chances to improve rather than failures.
Example Lesson: Celebrate small victories
Explanation: Each collected battery earns cheers and boosts morale.
Real-World Application: Recognize steps like finishing a chapter or tidying a room.
