Anakin in Action! (Star Wars: The Clone Wars)

Anakin in Action! (Star Wars: The Clone Wars) was written by Simon Beecroft. The illustrations seem to be produced by a team of individuals; the art director is Troy Alders.  The team of people who created this book did a really great job of relaying a futuristic story that involves bravery, courage, and heroism. This story is great for children who are beginning to read alone, and will leave them asking: Will Anakin be able to save Rotta!?

 

This children's science fiction was paired with computer animation styled illustrations. The pictures throughout the book grab the reader's attention and pull them into a futuristic realm. We can see the look of determination on Anakin's face throughout his journey to the futuristic droids that he faces.

 

 

What makes this story so intriguing is its well defined conflict that is set in the future. The plot develops and thickens to the point you are left asking: "Will Anakin defeat the droids?" It is clear to see that children would become engaged in this book because of its futuristic elements and ease of ability to read.

 

Teachers should read this story to students between 1st and 3rd grade. Children will enjoy the lively picture illustrations throughout the book as well as the adventurous storyline. While reading this story, teachers should ask questions such as: What do you think will happen next? What are droids? What do you think of the clone soldiers? Was Anakin doing the right thing by rescuing Rotta? Why or why not? What is the moral of this story? What did the story mean to you?

 

Class activities:

 

1. Use Color By The Code Math Puzzle printables to practice math skills.

 

2. Make space slime for sensory experience and interactive learning.

 

3. Have a Star Wars word run with chalk to encourage active reading and writing.

 

This is a short book trailer for Anakin in Action! (Star Wars: The Clone Wars):

 

 

I think this book is extremely beneficial for children beginning to read alone. Its a great addition for the home and the classroom! Children will love Anakin in Action! (Star Wars: The Clone Wars) as well as these other books written by Simon Beecroft:

• Beware the Dark Side
• Star Wars Epic Battles
• I Want to be a Jedi
• Even Droids Need Friends

“The saddest aspect of life right now is that science gathers knowledge faster than society gathers wisdom.”
~Isaac Asimov

 

 

References:

 

Beecroft, Simon. Anakin in Action! (Star Wars: The Clone Wars). New York: DK Publishing, 2008. Print.

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