The Time and Space Machine : Spyforce
#1 in Spy Force Series
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What’s inside...
Max Remy dreams of being a super spy and escaping life with her overbearing mother. When she's sent to spend the summer with her eccentric aunt, uncle, and their friend Linden, Max is less than thrilled. Fortunately, she escapes into her imaginary world, Spyforce, filled with adventure and spies. Things take a turn when Max learns her uncle is a scientist on the verge of creating a time and space travel machine. Max and Linden soon find themselves in London trying to rescue Max's missing uncle, while evading the villainous Mr. Blue and uncovering the involvement of a real spy agency similar to Spyforce. The duo must save her uncle before Mr. Blue's sinister plans come to fruition.
Character compass
Max Remy
Linden
Ben'S Uncle
Aunt Eleanor
Mr. Blue
Discussion points
How do you think Max felt when he discovered the Time and Space Machine? What would you feel if you were in his shoes?
What are some ways the team members of Spyforce support each other during their adventures?
If you had the chance to use the Time and Space Machine, where would you go and why?
What are some important lessons Max learns throughout his journey?
How would you solve a problem if you were a member of Spyforce?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves as one of the characters while discussing their feelings and choices.
Use open-ended questions that require more than a yes or no answer to promote critical thinking.
Highlight the teamwork and problem-solving aspects, and relate them to real-life scenarios your child might face.
Ask your child to draw parallels between the book's narrative and their own experiences or aspirations.
Celebrate creative responses from your child to boost their confidence in expressing their thoughts and ideas.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: The characters in 'The Time and Space Machine: Spyforce' often work together to solve complex problems and achieve their goals, demonstrating the power of collaboration.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in extracurricular clubs, learning to cooperate and value each other's input.
Example Lesson: Importance of critical thinking and problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the book, characters use their intellect and reasoning to navigate challenges, which highlights the importance of thinking critically.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to approach their own obstacles and homework with a problem-solving mindset, enhancing their analytical skills.
Example Lesson: Courage in the face of adversity
Explanation: The protagonists often face dangerous situations bravely, teaching readers about the importance of courage.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to face their own fears and stand up for what is right, whether it’s in confronting a bully or trying something new outside of their comfort zone.
Example Lesson: Understanding the consequences of actions
Explanation: As the characters travel through time, they see firsthand how their actions can affect the past and the future, learning about responsibility.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to think ahead about the consequences of their actions in their day-to-day decisions, promoting responsible behavior.