Captain Fact's Space Adventure
#3 of 5 in Captain Fact Series
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What’s inside...
Armed with the power of fact, our heroes blast off on a mission to rescue a monkey with a banana shortage on a collision course with Mars. With an astronomical amount of information at their fingertips, can Captain Fact and Knowledge save the day? Introducing the world's first information super-hero! All superheroes have special powers, and Captain Fact is no different. Captain Fact knows pretty much everything about everything, and what he doesn't know, Knowledge (the dog) does! Thanks to the ingenious Professor Miniscule, Captain Fact has a different Fact Gadget for every adventure. His Fact Gun can fire off over a thousand facts per minute. His factmobile can fly, swim, burrow through mountains all in the name of facts. Not only that, he's got Fact Chewing Gum, Fact Cream and he can make a mean Fact Sandwich. As a mild-mannered weatherman, Cliff Thornhill, Captain Fact works at the local television station. When reports of erupting volcanoes, oil slicks, comets on collision course and other disasters reach the newsroom, Cliff pulls on this Fact Suit, and transforms into Captain Fact, ready to save the planet again with his trusty side-kick, Knowledge the dog.
Discussion points
What would you do if you were on an adventure in space like Captain Fact?
How do you think Captain Fact feels when he discovers something new?
Why is teamwork important when exploring new places, like space?
What is one new fact you learned from Captain Fact’s journey?
If you could ask Captain Fact one question, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in Captain Fact’s shoes, fostering empathy and creativity.
Discuss the feelings of the characters to help your child identify and articulate their own emotions.
Highlight the importance of teamwork by discussing how characters in the book work together.
Ask your child to share a fact they’ve learned and relate it to their everyday life, enhancing retention and application.
Create an open dialogue by asking your child thought-provoking questions and carefully listening to their responses.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: Captain Fact's journey through space is driven by his curiosity and eagerness to learn about the universe, showcasing the importance of asking questions and seeking knowledge.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to explore the world around them, ask questions, and actively learn from their surroundings.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the adventure, Captain Fact works together with his sidekick Knowledge to solve problems and overcome obstacles, highlighting the value of cooperation and collaboration.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the importance of working with others to achieve common goals and how collaboration can lead to success in group settings like school projects or sports.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: Captain Fact encounters various challenges in space and uses critical thinking and creativity to find solutions, demonstrating effective problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Helps children understand the significance of thinking critically and creatively when faced with challenges, enhancing their ability to navigate everyday problems.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Despite facing setbacks during his space mission, Captain Fact remains determined and optimistic, showing resilience in the face of difficulties.
Real-World Application: Inspires children to stay positive and persistent even when things get tough, fostering a resilient attitude that can help them in academics and personal life.
Example Lesson: Respect for Diversity
Explanation: As Captain Fact encounters various creatures and cultures in space, he shows respect and openness, promoting an understanding of diversity.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to appreciate and respect diverse cultures and perspectives, which is crucial in our interconnected world.