Sea Quest: Crusher the Creeping Terror: Book 7
#7 of 16 in Sea Quest Series
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What’s inside...
Far beneath the waves, Max's Quest grows ever more challenging as he encounters mythical sea creatures. Max must tackle Crusher the Creeping Terror, or the evil Professor and his Robobeast will ruin the precious Crystal Forest! Don't miss the other books in this series: Shredder the Spider Droid, Stinger the Sea Phantom and Mangler the Dark Menace.
Character compass
Max
Lia
Crusher
Discussion points
What do you think makes Crusher the Creeping Terror so frightening? How would you deal with a situation where you encountered something scary?
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 do you think is the most important lesson that Max learns during his adventure? How could that lesson help you in your own life?
How does the setting of the ocean impact the story? Can you imagine this adventure happening in a different setting?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring characters to life, emphasizing their emotions and actions to deepen your child’s understanding and connection.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book. This can help them express their understanding and feelings about the story in a creative way.
After reading, ask your child to summarize the story in their own words. This reinforces comprehension and gives them an opportunity to express what struck them most about the book.
Connect the story to real-life situations or personal experiences. This helps children relate to the characters and apply the moral lessons in their own lives.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage and determination
Explanation: The protagonist faces fearsome challenges and monsters, demonstrating bravery and perseverance throughout the story.
Real-World Application: Children can learn the importance of facing their fears and persisting through challenges, whether it's speaking in front of a class, trying out for a sports team, or standing up to a bully.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the adventure, the characters must devise clever strategies to overcome obstacles and defeat the monster.
Real-World Application: This encourages critical thinking and creativity in children, showing them the value of thinking outside the box and finding solutions in difficult situations.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The protagonist works together with friends and allies to combat the threats, illustrating that teamwork can achieve what might be impossible alone.
Real-World Application: Children learn the significance of cooperating with others, whether in group projects, team sports, or family activities, emphasizing that collective effort often leads to success.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of adversity
Explanation: Characters frequently encounter setbacks yet continue to move forward, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: This teaches children that setbacks are a natural part of any journey and that persistence is key to overcoming difficulties.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The hero takes responsibility for dealing with the terror, showing accountability for his actions and decisions.
Real-World Application: Instills the value of taking responsibility in children, encouraging them to own their actions and understand their impact on others.