About This Book
In Victor Piñeiro's "Time Villains," a seemingly ordinary homework assignment takes an extraordinary turn when a magic table accidentally summons real and fictional figures from history, including the infamous pirate Blackbeard. Sixth-grader Javi, his strong younger sister Brady, and their clever best friend Wiki find themselves thrust into an epic adventure. This chapter book, suitable for ages 4-11, blends contemporary school life with thrilling fantasy and historical elements, as the trio must overcome their differences and work together to defeat these time-displaced villains and prevent global catastrophe. It's a fast-paced story that encourages teamwork, bravery, and critical thinking.
When a homework assignment and a magic table summon real and fictional people from history, including the bloodthirsty pirate Blackbeard, sixth-grader Javi, his brawny younger sister Brady, and his brainy best friend Wiki join forces to save the world.
Concepts
Teamwork & CollaborationResilience & PerseveranceFear & BraveryFriendship & LoyaltyJustice & FairnessGood vs. EvilSelf-Confidence & IdentityCuriosity & WonderLove & FamilyCreativity & ImaginationGrowing UpMaking FriendsSibling RivalryFantasy & MagicPiratesFamily & SiblingsFriendship & SocialSchool Life
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Discussion Prompts
1
If you could summon any historical figure, good or bad, who would it be and why?
2
What unique strengths does each character, Javi, Brady, and Wiki, bring to their team? How do they complement each other?
3
What makes someone a 'villain'? Do you think any of the villains in the book had a point of view or a reason for their actions?
4
How do the characters show bravery even when they are scared or unsure of what to do?
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