The Treacherous Seas: A Perilous Journey of Danger & Mayhem
#2 in Perilous Journey of Danger and Mayhem Series
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What’s inside...
After saving New York by thwarting Ambrose Rector’s dastardly plot to control the minds of everyone at the 1883 World’s Fair, Molly Pepper and Emmett Lee thought they’d have it made. They were heroes, after all. But if someone saves the world and there’s no one around who remembers it, did it really happen?
Now Molly, Emmett, and Molly’s mother, Cassandra, are left to prove themselves once again. And they aim to do it with an achievement that no one could ignore or forget: winning the race that has captured the attention of the world, to be the first people to find the South Pole. But despite their one-of-a-kind ship, their can-do attitude, and the help of a determined young journalist named Nellie Bly, the path to the Pole is not without its challenges—or its terrors. It is the path Emmett’s father took when he led an expedition to Antarctica on behalf of Mr. Alexander Graham Bell—the expedition in which Mr. Lee and his entire crew were killed. Does death await our heroes on these treacherous seas?
Why read this book
- Adventure-filled narrative boosts engagement and curiosity.
- Strong, relatable characters enhance emotional development.
- Encourages resilience and strategic thinking in young readers.
- Fosters a love for history through thrilling maritime exploration.
Discussion points
What do you think made the journey in 'The Treacherous Seas' perilous, and how would you have navigated those challenges?
How do the characters in the book demonstrate courage and teamwork during their adventures?
If you were a character in this story, what role would you choose and why?
What lessons do you think the characters learned by the end of their journey?
Which part of the book was the most exciting for you, and what made it so thrilling?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts by asking them how they felt during key moments in the story.
Use the characters' adventures to discuss real-life applications of bravery and problem-solving.
Link discussions to personal experiences, asking your child if they have ever faced something daunting and how they overcame it.
Highlight the teamwork shown by characters, prompting your child to share stories about when they worked well in a team.
Focus on the imaginative aspects of the book to ask your child what kind of adventure they would like to embark on.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout 'The Treacherous Seas,' characters must collaborate to overcome obstacles and solve problems. Their shared efforts demonstrate how teamwork can lead to success.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by working together with their peers in school projects or in sports, learning to value each other's input and support.
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of adversity
Explanation: The protagonists in the book face various dangers but show bravery and resilience. This highlights the quality of courage when confronting challenges.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to face their fears, whether it's trying out for a school play, standing up to a bully, or taking on new responsibilities.
Example Lesson: The value of perseverance
Explanation: As the characters encounter setbacks on their journey, they continue to push forward, demonstrating that perseverance can lead to triumph.
Real-World Application: Children learn to keep trying in difficult situations, such as mastering a new skill or improving in a subject they find challenging.
Example Lesson: Critical thinking and problem-solving
Explanation: The book showcases characters using their wit and intelligence to navigate through tricky situations, underscoring the importance of thinking critically.
Real-World Application: This educates children on the importance of analyzing situations and coming up with thoughtful solutions, skills that are beneficial in academic and life scenarios.
Example Lesson: Ethical decision-making
Explanation: Characters in 'The Treacherous Seas' often face moral dilemmas, encouraging readers to think about ethics and the consequences of one’s actions.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the impact of their choices and encourages them to think about what is right and wrong in their day-to-day interactions.