The Secret of the Doomsday Design (DC Super Heroes: Batman: The Brave and the Bold)
#3 of 8 in Batman: the brave and the bold Series
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What’s inside...
Here comes the Doom Patrol! And they want Batman to help them out with General Immortus? But we just shipped him off last issue!
Character compass
Bruce Wayne (Batman)
The Riddler (Edward Nygma)
Discussion points
How do you think Batman feels when he has to solve a mystery? What clues would you look for if you were Batman?
What role do teamwork and collaboration play in the story? Can you think of a time when you worked together with someone to solve a problem?
What are the qualities of a hero that Batman shows? Do you think a hero always has to have superpowers?
How do you think the story would change if Batman made different decisions? What would you have done if you were in his place?
What do you think is the message or moral of this story? How can we apply this lesson to our daily lives?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by asking your child what they liked most about the story and why. This opens up a natural conversation about the book’s themes.
Encourage your child to imagine themselves as a character in the book. Ask them what they would have done differently and why.
Discuss the moral dilemmas and choices characters face to enhance ethical reasoning and empathy in your child.
Relate the teamwork in the story to your child’s real life by discussing times when they had to collaborate with others to achieve a goal.
After reading, explore more about Batman together. Watch shows, look for other books, or explore comics to expand their understanding and engagement.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Batman collaborates with other superheroes to solve the mystery, demonstrating the power of working together towards a common goal.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of collaboration and can apply this by working with their peers on group projects or during team sports.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The characters use their unique abilities to navigate challenges, showing how thinking creatively can lead to solutions.
Real-World Application: Kids can use critical thinking and creativity to tackle their own problems, whether they're resolving conflicts with friends or completing a difficult school assignment.
Example Lesson: Courage and facing fears
Explanation: Batman faces various dangers without yielding to fear, teaching the value of courage in overcoming obstacles.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to face their own fears and challenges, whether it's trying something new or standing up for what they believe in.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Batman takes responsibility for the safety of Gotham City, which instills the importance of being accountable for one's actions and duties.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of being responsible in their daily tasks, such as completing homework on time or taking care of a pet.