What happens when a superhero saves the day but leaves a city in ruins? When an epic battle between a superhero and an alien leaves the town in ruins, Pete, Jo, and Jonny ask, "Now What?" The clean-up process is anything but straightforward as the trio realizes that a sticky evil lurks in the mess left behind. The situation spirals out of control when they pursue the truth behind the mysterious disappearances.
This brand-new digital graphic novel, available exclusively to premium Edge Factor members, is designed to engage students in Grades 3 and up in an interactive journey, helping them discover the importance of skilled trades while solving mysteries and tackling challenges.
If you’re looking for a creative way to introduce career exploration to younger students, Now What? blends storytelling with gamified activities to make learning impactful and fun.
Now What? transforms learning by putting students in the shoes of young problem-solvers who uncover the hidden heroes of our world—the skilled trades professionals who keep communities running. Through each chapter, Pete, Jo, and Jonny tackle unexpected challenges, and discover real-world careers. Each chapter includes a challenge for students, in a gamified experience to help them connect what they’re learning in a fun and interactive way.
Real-world skills meet storytelling in this groundbreaking career exploration tool.
Each chapter of Now What? reveals new challenges, with students following Pete, Jo, and Jonny as they navigate post-disaster clean-up, investigate strange occurrences, and ultimately work together to save the day. Along the way, they encounter various skilled trades professionals—electricians, carpenters, construction workers, and more—whose expertise is crucial in restoring order.
As students engage with the story, they’ll also complete interactive activities that mirror real-world skills. By the final chapter, they’ll understand that skilled trades workers are the true heroes behind the scenes, solving problems, building communities, and making a difference. Edge Factor fans will recognize familiar characters from Tunes of the Trade, a popular series that blends comedic lyrics and vibrant animations to showcase careers, tools, and industries!
With Now What?, educators have a powerful tool to engage young learners in meaningful career exploration. The series fosters curiosity, problem-solving, and real-world connections, making it easier than ever to introduce skilled trades in a way that’s exciting and interactive.
The adventure unfolds in an exciting, 10-chapter journey where students follow Pete, Jo, and Jonny as they uncover a mystery, investigate a sticky situation, and use their skills to solve problems.
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