Super Hero Squad: Things That Go Bump in the Night! (Marvel Super Hero Squad)
Marvel Super Hero Squad Series
What’s inside...
In 'Super Hero Squad: Things That Go Bump in the Night!' young readers follow the Marvel universe's chibi-style superheroes on a spine-chilling adventure in Super Hero City. The team, including Iron Man, Hulk, Thor, and Wolverine, confronts strange occurrences, eerie villains, and possibly ghosts, learning important lessons about teamwork, courage, and friendship. The book is filled with humor and action, catering to young Marvel fans. In another story, when a Fractal turns a paleontologist into a dinosaur called Stegron, Speedball and the Squad head to the Savage Land to prevent a dinosaur takeover of the world, with help from Ka-Zar. Additionally, Dr. Doom sends Klaw to track down missing Fractals using his sound and vibration abilities, but the Squad counters with their sound vibrations in 'Good Vibrations.' The Spotlight editions feature high-quality paper and reinforced library bindings, aimed at second to fifth graders.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-10
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What superpowers would you like to have, and how would you use them to help others?
Which character in the story did you like the most and why?
How do the Super Hero Squad members work together to solve problems? Can you think of a time when you worked with others to solve a problem?
What were some of the obstacles the heroes faced and how did they overcome them?
How do the heroes show bravery and kindness in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves as one of the characters, and ask how they would react in the same situations.
Discuss the importance of teamwork as shown in the book, relating it to your child's everyday interactions with friends and family.
Explore the different emotions displayed by the characters, asking your child how they think each character felt during key moments in the story.
After reading, role-play a mini-scene from the book to deepen understanding and make the experience interactive.
Use the hero themes to discuss moral values and how making good choices can lead to positive outcomes, just like for the heroes in the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: Throughout the story, members of the Super Hero Squad work together to overcome obstacles and defeat villains. This cooperation among superheroes illustrates the power of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to collaborate with their peers in school projects or in sports, understanding that teamwork can lead to better outcomes and achievements.
Example Lesson: Courage in the Face of Fear
Explanation: The heroes confront spooky situations and demonstrate bravery despite their fears. This shows children that it's okay to be scared and that courage is acting in spite of fear.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face their own fears, whether it's trying out for a school play, making new friends, or standing up for what is right.
Example Lesson: The Importance of Problem-Solving
Explanation: As the squad faces various challenges, they must come up with creative solutions to move forward. This highlights the importance of critical thinking and inventive problem-solving.
Real-World Application: Children can apply problem-solving skills in everyday challenges, be it resolving a conflict, completing a difficult homework assignment, or navigating new situations.
Example Lesson: Resilience in Adversity
Explanation: The superheroes encounter setbacks along their journey but continue to persevere. This resilience teaches children the value of persistence even when things are tough.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children understand that setbacks are part of learning and growth, and that persistence is key to overcoming difficulties in school or in personal endeavors.