Teen Boat! the Race for Boatlantis
#2 of 1 in Teen Boat! Series
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What’s inside...
Teen Boat has always felt different from the other kids because he can transform into a yacht. As his high school graduation approaches, he goes on a quest to discover a mysterious city called Boatlantis, where boats are the highest social class, in hopes of finding a place where he truly belongs. High school drama! Pirates! Emotions! The Ignatz Award-winning comic about a young man who has the power to turn into a boat is back in a new full-color graphic novel, with a never-before-seen story that combines all the ANGST of being a teen with all the THRILL of being a boat!
Character compass
Teen Boat
Discussion points
How do you think Teen Boat feels when he transforms between being a teen and a boat, and why?
What are some ways Teen Boat shows bravery or faces challenges in the story?
How do the friendships in the book impact the choices Teen Boat makes? Discuss some examples.
If you could have a similar adventure as Teen Boat, where would you go and what would you do?
What lessons can we learn from the struggles and successes of Teen Boat?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about the story by relating Teen Boat’s experiences to their own.
Ask your child what they would do differently if they were in Teen Boat's place, fostering critical thinking.
Discuss the importance of friendship as illustrated in the book, and relate it to your child’s personal experiences with friends.
Explore the concept of identity with your child, using Teen Boat's transformations as a starting point.
After reading, ask your child to draw their favorite scene from the book. This can help them process the story creatively and make connections to the text.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout 'Teen Boat! the Race for Boatlantis', Teen Boat and his friends must work together to navigate challenges and races, illustrating effective collaboration.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning how to cooperate with others to achieve a common goal.
Example Lesson: Dealing with peer pressure
Explanation: Teen Boat faces various situations where he must make decisions that could either please his peers or stay true to his values. This teaches about integrity and personal values.
Real-World Application: Kids can use this lesson to understand the importance of thinking for themselves and making choices based on what they feel is right, rather than merely following the crowd.
Example Lesson: Adapting to change
Explanation: The character of Teen Boat has the unique ability to transform between a teen and a boat, showcasing adaptability in different circumstances.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to be flexible and adapt to changes whether it's moving to a new place, changing schools, or adjusting to any new situations in their lives.
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of challenges
Explanation: Throughout the book, Teen Boat encounters various obstacles on his quest, yet he consistently finds ways to overcome them, underlining resilience.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to persevere through their personal challenges, whether they're academic difficulties or problems in their social lives.
Example Lesson: Understanding consequences
Explanation: Teen Boat’s decisions throughout the race lead to various outcomes, demonstrating the cause and effect nature of decisions.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to consider potential consequences before acting, which is a valuable skill in decision-making and evaluating options carefully.