Thunderbirds: Trouble on Tracy Island
#1 of 9 in Thunderbirds Series
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What’s inside...
Five of the Tracys are trapped on space station Thunderbird 5, as teenaged Alan Tracy and his friends Tin-Tin and Fermat try to escape The Hood's henchman, Mullion, on International Rescue's Tracy Island base. When a submarine surfaces near International Rescue's hideaway, Tracy Island, Alan Tracy's family is away on a mission. Soon all the other adults on the island have been taken prisoner, and The Hood and his evil followers are pursuing Alan and his friends, Tin-Tin and Fermat. Join them on their daring escape from the villains in this exciting retelling of one of the most dramatic moments from the film.
Discussion points
What do you think motivates the Thunderbirds to keep Tracy Island safe?
How would you solve a problem like the one on Tracy Island?
What qualities do you admire most in the Thunderbirds and why?
How do you think teamwork helps the Thunderbirds succeed in their missions?
If you were a member of the Thunderbirds, what role would you want to play and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the challenges faced by the Thunderbirds to their own experiences with problem-solving and teamwork.
Discuss the importance of each character’s unique skills and how diversity in skills contributes to the success of a group.
Emphasize the moral lessons from the story, such as courage, resourcefulness, and the importance of helping others.
Ask your child what they would do differently if they were a character in the book, fostering critical thinking and imagination.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The characters in 'Thunderbirds: Trouble on Tracy Island' consistently work together to solve problems, emphasizing the importance of collaboration.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to cooperate and value each team member's contributions.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Throughout the book, the Tracy family members demonstrate personal and collective responsibility in keeping their island and the world safe from threats.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to take responsibility for their actions and tasks, whether it's completing homework, chores, or looking after a pet.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: The plot involves the characters facing and resolving unexpected challenges, which highlights the importance of critical thinking and creativity.
Real-World Application: Kids can be encouraged to apply creative solutions to obstacles they face, such as resolving a disagreement with peers or tackling a difficult school project.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Characters often face dangerous situations bravely, teaching children the value of courage when confronting fears.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to face their own fears, maybe trying something new like learning to swim, or standing up against bullying.
Example Lesson: Innovation
Explanation: The use of advanced technology and inventive strategies for rescue missions in the story underlines the significance of innovation.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to embrace creativity in their thought process, possibly in creating a science project, or inventing simple games to play with friends.