Terror on the Titanic (Choose Your Own Adventure(R))
#3 of 1 in Choose your own adventure Series
What’s inside...
For all children interested in the blockbusting Titanic movie and the story behind it, this is the latest book in the Choose Your Own Adventure series. The reader controls the twists, turns and outcomes on board the infamous ship.
Discussion points
How would you have reacted if you were aboard the Titanic and faced with those critical decisions?
What do you think are the most important qualities to have in a crisis situation like the one in the book?
Which ending did you find the most surprising, and why?
How do you think teamwork played a role in the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before discussing, allow your child to explain the plot of the book and the different choices they made along the way. This helps them to articulate their understanding and reasoning.
Encourage your child to relate various scenarios in the book to real-life situations. Ask how they might use the lessons learned in the book in their everyday life.
Celebrate the process of decision-making rather than the outcome to foster critical thinking.
Utilize the multiple endings as a way to discuss the nature of consequences and how different choices can lead to different outcomes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Decision-making
Explanation: Throughout 'Terror on the Titanic,' readers make choices that influence the story’s outcome, demonstrating the impact of decisions.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think critically about their choices and foresee potential consequences, aiding them in everyday decision-making processes.
Example Lesson: Historical learning
Explanation: The book is set on the historic Titanic, and integrates factual elements about the ship and its voyage.
Real-World Application: Kids gain an appreciation for history and can apply this curiosity to learn more about different historical events and periods.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The interactive format requires readers to solve problems to advance the story, encouraging logical thinking and resilience.
Real-World Application: This nurtures a child’s ability to face challenges in real life with perseverance and apply logical solutions.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: By making choices for characters in diverse situations, readers explore different emotional responses and outcomes.
Real-World Application: Children can better understand and empathize with people in varying circumstances, enhancing their social interactions and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: The choices made by the reader can lead to the safety or peril of characters, teaching the weight of responsible decision-making.
Real-World Application: This helps children grasp the concept of accountability for their actions in their daily activities and interactions.