The Double Dangerous Book for Boys
#2 of 2 in Dangerous Books for Boys Series
on Goodreads (120)
What’s inside...
The Double Dangerous Book for Boys is a guidebook that provides fun and educational activities for boys, created by Conn Iggulden with his sons Cameron and Arthur. This companion volume to The Dangerous Book for Boys includes over seventy new chapters featuring a range of activities including building a flying machine, picking a padlock, and solving a Rubik’s cube. It also offers historical information, tales of extraordinary courage, projects, tricks, and games. The book inspires boys and adults alike to spark their imagination, forge their own adventures, and rediscover long-lost skills.
Discussion points
What was your favorite adventure or skill described in the book, and why?
If you could pick one new skill to learn from the book, which would it be and what's the first step you would take to learn it?
How do you think learning some of the skills in the book might help you in everyday life?
Can you think of a situation where someone might need to use one of the skills from the book? How would you handle it?
Which historical figure mentioned in the book did you find most interesting, and what would you like to learn more about them?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the skills and adventures in the book to real-life situations, which enhances practical understanding. Ask them how they might use or modify these skills to solve problems they face or just to have fun. Emphasize the importance of continual learning and curiosity, letting them see how acquiring new skills can be exciting and beneficial. Lastly, use the historical snippets as a gateway to deeper conversations about history and its impact on today's world.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Value of Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The book presents a variety of topics from building kite to understanding the rules of grammar, encouraging children to explore and learn.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to ask questions and seek answers, enhancing their knowledge and learning in daily activities.
Example Lesson: Importance of Resilience
Explanation: Through historical tales and discussions on overcoming adversity, children learn the importance of perseverance.
Real-World Application: This can be applied by encouraging kids to persist in solving challenging tasks or learning new skills at school or in sports.
Example Lesson: Understanding Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: The book includes games and activities that require collaboration and team effort, teaching the value of working together.
Real-World Application: Children learn to cooperate in group projects or team sports, understanding that collective effort often leads to success.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for History and Culture
Explanation: Sections dedicated to historic figures and events broaden children's perspectives and appreciation for different cultures and times.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to respect and celebrate cultural diversity in their classrooms and communities.