Frank Einstein and the BrainTurbo
#3 of 6 in Frank Einstein Series
What’s inside...
In the third book of the New York Times bestselling Frank Einstein series, kid-genius and inventor Frank Einstein continues his experiments, this time focusing on unlocking the power of the human body with his latest invention, the BrainTurbo. Along with his robots, Klink and Klank, Frank aims to boost his friend's baseball skills but must first rescue Klank who goes missing and thwart his archrival T. Edison from stealing their invention. Integrating real science facts with humor and adventure, this chapter book is perfect for middle-grade readers interested in STEM.
Discussion points
How do you think Frank Einstein uses his creativity to solve problems?
What do you think about the experiments in the book? Would you like to try any of them?
Can you think of a time when you felt like giving up on something difficult, but you persisted like Frank?
What did you learn about teamwork and friendships from the characters' interactions?
How do the inventions in the book inspire you to think about science and technology?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine their own inventions. Discuss the steps and tools they might need to turn their ideas into reality.
Relate the scientific concepts in the book to daily life to make the discussion more tangible and relatable.
Compliment your child’s insights during the discussion to boost their confidence in expressing ideas and opinions.
Ask your child to draw their favorite scene or invention from the book. This can serve as a visual aid to deepen the conversation about the story’s themes.
Use examples of famous scientists and inventors to show your child the real-world impact of perseverance and creativity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of perseverance
Explanation: Throughout the book, Frank Einstein and his friends face numerous challenges while trying to invent the BrainTurbo. Despite setbacks, they continue working and tweaking their invention.
Real-World Application: Children can learn that facing challenges and failures is a part of any process, and persistence is key to achieving goals. This can be applied in their daily life when dealing with school projects or learning new skills.
Example Lesson: The value of teamwork
Explanation: Frank does not work alone; he collaborates with his friends who bring different skills to the table, highlighting the strength found in teamwork.
Real-World Application: This can teach children the importance of working with others, respecting different opinions, and combining strengths to achieve a common goal. It can be applied in group projects or team sports.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and love of learning
Explanation: The character of Frank is portrayed as curious and always eager to learn more about science and engineering, which drives the adventure in the story.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to ask questions, seek out new information, and develop interests in various academic fields. They can apply this in their educational journey by exploring different subjects and extracurricular activities.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: The book showcases various problems that Frank and his friends must solve using their knowledge and creativity.
Real-World Application: Children learn that problems can be tackled in inventive ways. This can help in developing critical thinking skills that are applicable in real-life situations like resolving conflicts or overcoming obstacles in their personal and academic life.