The Naturals Complete Box Set
The Naturals Series
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The Naturals series follows a group of gifted teenagers recruited by the FBI to solve cold cases. Cassie, with her ability to read people, joins other talented teens to crack complex cases. The series explores their friendships, loyalties, and past traumas as they face the challenges of their cases and a lethal game with a new killer. The box set includes all four books: The Naturals, Killer Instinct, All In, and Bad Blood, offering a thrilling journey into mystery and suspense.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
12-14
Length
400 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Cassie Hobbes
Sloane
Michael Townsend
Dean Redding
Lia Zhang
Agent Veronica Sterling
Agent Tanner Briggs
Agent Locke
Discussion points
What character traits do you admire in Cassidy and why?
How do you think the teamwork in the story impacts their success in solving mysteries?
Can you relate to any of the challenges the characters faced?
What would you do differently if you were in the character's situation?
How do you think the characters evolved from the beginning to the end of the series?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use open-ended questions to encourage your child to think deeply about the characters and plot.
Discuss each character’s decisions and actions, asking your child how they might have handled the situation.
Relate the book's themes of teamwork and problem-solving to real-life scenarios in your child’s world.
Emphasize the growth of the characters throughout the series and ask your child to reflect on their own personal growth.
Encourage your child to express which parts of the story excited, scared, or intrigued them and why.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the importance of teamwork
Explanation: Throughout 'The Naturals Complete Box Set', the characters work together using their unique abilities to solve complex cases. Their collaboration is key to their success.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to value each member's contribution and working together towards a common goal.
Example Lesson: Developing empathy and understanding different perspectives
Explanation: The characters in the book often have to put themselves in other people's shoes to understand motives and predict behavior. This helps them solve the cases.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children in their interactions with friends and family, encouraging them to consider others' feelings and viewpoints before reacting.
Example Lesson: The importance of honing and valuing unique skills
Explanation: Each character in 'The Naturals' has a unique skill that contributes significantly to the team's objectives. This diversity of talents highlights the importance of individual strengths.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to discover and nurture their own special skills, understanding that everyone has something valuable to offer.
Example Lesson: Critical thinking and problem-solving
Explanation: The young protagonists use critical thinking to analyze clues and solve mysteries. Their logical approach to problems is a key element of the storyline.
Real-World Application: Children can use this lesson to approach their own challenges and homework with a methodical and thoughtful perspective, enhancing their problem-solving capabilities.