What does it mean to be a good sport, even when you're really good at something?

This is a discussion prompt for Viper Strike by Michael P. Spradlin. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

What qualities do you think are most important for survival in the wilderness?

This is a discussion prompt for Viper Strike by Michael P. Spradlin. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

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Viper Strike

Name: Viper Strike
ISBN: 9781496552020

by Michael P. Spradlin

Bobby Longbeak is a star receiver for the Wild Turkeys, but his showy end zone celebrations are costing his team. He must learn to play with sportsmanship.

About This Book

Bobby Longbeak is a wide receiver for the Wild Turkeys who specializes in making highlight-reel touchdown catches on the football field. But when his end zone celebrations cross the line, yellow penalty flags fly.

Concepts

Resilience & Perseverance Fear & Bravery Honesty & Integrity Self-Confidence & Identity Teamwork & Collaboration Growing Up Peer Pressure Survival & Wilderness Sports Animals

Heads up, parents

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Wonderlit Review

This chapter book introduces Bobby Longbeak, a talented wide receiver for the Wild Turkeys, who must learn about sportsmanship when his end zone celebrations go too far. The narrative then shifts to a survival and rescue adventure set in Venezuela, suggesting a blend of realistic sports fiction with a more intense wilderness plot. The '4D Book' format implies interactive elements or augmented reality, making illustrations a key part of the reading experience. While details are sparse, the book appears to tackle themes of bravery, resilience, and integrity within an adventurous framework. It's suitable for children aged 4-11, with younger readers enjoying it as a read-aloud and older children engaging in independent reading. Parents should be aware of potential peril in the survival sections.