About This Book
Jake Maddox: Shipwreck! A Survive! Story plunges readers into a harrowing tale of three children, Skylar, Gabby, and Miles, who find themselves adrift at sea after a catastrophic shipwreck during a whale-watching excursion. Stranded on an inflatable raft with minimal supplies, they must contend with the elements, hunger, thirst, and the terrifying presence of sharks. The story details their three-day ordeal, including Gabby's hallucinations, as they cling to hope for rescue. This chapter book is a fast-paced adventure that explores themes of survival, teamwork, and resilience, making it suitable for children aged 7-11, though younger readers (4-6) might enjoy it as a read-aloud with parental guidance due to its intense subject matter.
When their whale-watching trip goes horribly wrong, Skylar, Gabby, and Miles find themselves on an inflatable raft in the middle of the ocean. With no food, a small amount of water, and only a small first-aid kit to help them, they must spend three treacherous days on the waves, hoping desperately for help to arrive. Sharks circle, their water supply dwindles, and Gabby begins to hallucinate. Will they survive, or are they lost at sea forever?
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Discussion Prompts
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What were some of the biggest challenges Skylar, Gabby, and Miles faced on the raft? How did they try to solve them?
2
How did the characters work together as a team? Can you think of a time when you had to work with others to overcome a challenge?
3
What emotions do you think the characters felt during their time at sea? How did they show bravery even when they were scared?
4
If you were stranded on a raft, what three items would you wish you had with you, and why?
5
The book shows how important hope and perseverance are. What does it mean to never give up, even when things are really tough?
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