Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Secret History of the Foot Clan
#5 of 6 in Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Complete Adventures Series
What’s inside...
Experience the Turtles as never before with the inaugural title in the Artist's Proof Series, presenting a brand-new way to enjoy comics. The complete Foot Clan mini-series is laid out with each page of script on the left and original scans of pen and ink artwork without word balloons on the right-hand side, allowing readers to read and watch the story come to life. This special collection also includes the complete TMNT: Secret History of the Foot Clan in traditional full color format, revealing a never-before-told story about the original founder of the Foot with demons, ninjas, and hostile takeovers.
Character compass
Leonardo
Michelangelo
Raphael
Donatello
April O'Neil
Dr. Miller
Splinter
Karai
Takeshi Tatsuo
Alopex
Oroku Saki (Shredder)
Discussion points
What do you think are the most important qualities a ninja should have, based on the story?
How do the characters in the book show teamwork? Can you give an example?
What would you do if you were in the place of your favorite character in one of the challenging situations?
How do you think the history of the Foot Clan affects their decisions in the story?
What lessons have you learned from the adventures of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by discussing your child's favorite character, exploring the reasons behind their choice.
Relate the teamwork shown in the book to real-life situations at school or during sports, asking your child how they would act similarly.
Ask your child to imagine and describe an additional scene or adventure for the book, encouraging creative thinking.
Discuss the concept of 'history' and 'legacy', how past actions influence present decisions, using the Foot Clan as an example.
Encourage your child to draw parallels between the moral lessons in the book and their own life experiences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles work together as a team to overcome obstacles and defeat their enemies, highlighting the importance of working collaboratively.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities or team sports, learning to cooperate with others to achieve common goals.
Example Lesson: Understanding History
Explanation: The book delves into the history of the Foot Clan, teaching readers about the significance of understanding historical contexts and backgrounds.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to explore the history behind their own family, culture, or a favorite subject at school to gain a deeper understanding of the world.
Example Lesson: Perseverance and Resilience
Explanation: Despite numerous challenges, the Turtles persist in their mission, showcasing the virtues of perseverance and resilience in the face of adversity.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be mirrored in a child's life when they encounter difficulties in school or personal projects, teaching them to persist and not give up easily.
Example Lesson: Moral Integrity
Explanation: The Turtles often face moral dilemmas and choose to do what is right, even when it is difficult, emphasizing the importance of integrity.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to uphold their own values and make ethical decisions in everyday situations, such as being honest even when it results in personal loss.
Example Lesson: Learning from Mistakes
Explanation: Characters in the story often learn from their missteps and improve, which underlines the positive aspects of learning from errors.
Real-World Application: This can teach children to view mistakes as learning opportunities rather than failures, fostering a growth mindset that values effort and improvement.