Treasure Hunters Series
Treasure Hunters
What’s inside...
When a group of eighth graders finds a buried treasure chest with a map inside leading to lost treasure, they set out into the ocean depths to retrieve it. Along the way, they encounter sharks and a malevolent giant octopus they must do battle with. Eventually, they come upon the shipwreck holding the treasure and Black Beard's ghost who commands a shipload of skeletons defending it. As the underwater battle ensues, the suspense rises with lively chaotic action. This is the one disastrous treasure hunt you won't want to miss.
Age
8-11
Length
100 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Discussion points
What would you do if you found a treasure map? Would you follow it, and who would you take with you on your adventure?
How do the characters in the story work together to overcome challenges? Can you think of a time when you had to work with others to solve a problem?
What is the most important lesson the treasure hunters learned during their journey? Do you think this lesson applies to your own life?
If you could add one more character to the story, who would it be and why? What role would they play in the treasure hunt?
How do you think the story would change if it was set in a different location? Where would you set it and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to reflect on the teamwork exhibited by the characters, drawing parallels with their own experiences of collaboration and shared goals.
Ask open-ended questions that prompt your child to think critically about the story’s events and the decisions made by the characters.
After discussing the adventure and challenges in the book, relate it back to personal experiences or aspirations, making the conversation relevant and engaging.
Encourage imaginative thinking by asking your child to invent new plot twists or alternative endings, nurturing their creative thinking skills.
While discussing the lessons from the book, guide your child to articulate how these insights could be applied in their everyday life, thus enhancing their ability to relate fictional experiences to real-world scenarios.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'Treasure Hunters', the characters must work together to solve clues and find the treasure. Their success is hinged on their ability to communicate and collaborate effectively.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of working with others to achieve common goals, which can be applied in school projects, sports teams, and family activities.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: The book challenges its characters with puzzles and obstacles that they must think critically to overcome. This stimulates strategic thinking and resourcefulness.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to think critically and creatively when faced with challenges, helping them navigate tasks and solve problems in their academic and personal lives.
Example Lesson: Courage and Bravery
Explanation: Characters in the story often face difficult situations that require bravery to confront. Their courage in facing the unknown is a central theme.
Real-World Application: Encouraging children to face their fears and be courageous in unfamiliar situations, be it trying out for a sports team, standing up for themselves, or trying new activities.
Example Lesson: Value of Perseverance
Explanation: Throughout their journey, the characters encounter setbacks yet remain determined to find the treasure. This persistence is crucial to their success.
Real-World Application: Instills the value of perseverance in children, teaching them to not easily give up despite difficulties or failures.
Example Lesson: Moral Integrity
Explanation: The story highlights the importance of honesty and ethical behavior, even when the characters are faced with tempting situations to act otherwise.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand the importance of maintaining moral integrity and making ethical decisions, even in challenging circumstances.