Why doesn't Toni have abilities? Is it a safety reason?
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Re: Why doesn't Toni have abilities? Is it a safety reason?
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direct action, I think it is something more adults should consider as a viable option when faced with real
world bad guys (ie. Nazis etc).
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I actually agree that the author wants the children to behave and not to jump off on the roof. I think it is for the safety of the children, that thought did not cross my mind when reading it. ☺Cristal2408 wrote: ↑01 Jul 2018, 14:43 Something most noticed while reading is the lack of "superhero abilities" in Toni. He helps at home, plays and has a healthy lifestyle. He can fly too, but he is not shown battling villains, he is shown being a good kid and son. Do you think this is because the author didn't want children jumping through the roof wanting to be like Toni? Are the actions meant to influence kids towards helping at home and being well behaved? Is it safer for children to read this book rather than modern superheroes?
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Charlaigne wrote: ↑03 Jul 2018, 22:38I completely agree. Even though Toni does not have superpowers that we normally associate with superhero's. Yes, he does have superpowers to help around the house, to do things for others, and to help those in need.Dael Reader wrote: ↑02 Jul 2018, 14:37 I think the author is subtly showing us that you don't need special powers to be a superhero. You can be a superhero to your family and friends by spending time with them and helping them out in ordinary ways. In fact, maybe the willingness to work and play and help others in need is the greatest superpower of all.
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Yes, I agree. It resonates with what my daughter's school do where they get the children to nominate each other for being 'Super Six' for acts of kindness they've shown that week.Dael Reader wrote: ↑02 Jul 2018, 14:37 I think the author is subtly showing us that you don't need special powers to be a superhero. You can be a superhero to your family and friends by spending time with them and helping them out in ordinary ways. In fact, maybe the willingness to work and play and help others in need is the greatest superpower of all.
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Thanks for the beautiful explanation! Well said!Charlaigne wrote: ↑03 Jul 2018, 22:38This exactly.Dael Reader wrote: ↑02 Jul 2018, 14:37 I think the author is subtly showing us that you don't need special powers to be a superhero. You can be a superhero to your family and friends by spending time with them and helping them out in ordinary ways. In fact, maybe the willingness to work and play and help others in need is the greatest superpower of all.