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Find fiction and nonfiction children’s books, activities, and educational apps about heroes and superheroes. Create text sets for elementary classrooms, homeschooling, and summer reading (to help prevent the summer slide).
- Superhero Picture Books
- Superhero Chapter Books
- Middle Grade
Sweet Dreams, Supergirl by Michael Dahl, Illustrated by Omar Lozano
In this bedtime book, a Supergirl fan tries to settle into sleep while Supergirl tracks down an adversary. As the two of them put their shared superhero traits of bravery, persistence, and patience to work, they’ll both turn their nights into sweet successes. Dahl’s other superhero books include appearances by Wonder Woman, Batman, Supergirl, and Superman.
Even Superheroes Make Mistakes by Shelly Becker, Illustrated by Eda Kaban
Like its precursor, Shelly Becker’s superheroes reappear here, dealing with the consequences of their mistakes. And instead of doubling down or giving up or becoming angry, real superheroes admit their mistakes and press forward.
Lunch Lady and the Cyborg Substitute by Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Hector, Terrence, and Dee have always wondered about their lunch lady and what she does when she isn’t serving lunch. But in all their imaginings (maybe Lunch Lady has a bunch of cats at home), none of them would ever imagined the truth: when Lunch Lady (accompanied by her assistant, Betty) isn’t serving lunch, she’s serving justice!In this first book in the chapter book series, Lunch Lady takes on the mystery of a missing teacher and the substitute who takes over his class.
Alvin Ho: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things by Lenore Look, Illustrated by LeUyen Pham
Alvin is afraid of everything. Whether it be an elevator or a girl, he’s definitely scared of it. At school, he’s so scared he can’t speak, and it’s not until he gets home that he becomes the super loud Firecracker Man. As Alvin tries to work beyond his anxiety, with the help of his family and his therapist, each book in this series shows us another instance of Alvin inching toward conquering his fears including standing up to the school bully, confronting a scary teacher or taking an anxious...
Wonder Woman at Superhero High by Lisa Yee
In the first of the DC Superhero Girls series by Lisa Yee, Wonder Woman leaves Paradise Island to train at the most elite school in the galaxy: Superhero High. While there, she has to make new friends while juggling her classes, try to make the team for the Super Hero Super Triathlon, and cope with a social-media obsessed suitemate who puts Wonder Woman’s every embarrassing moment online. If you like this one, this series also counts Batgirl, Supergirl, Katana, Bumblebee, and Harley Quinn as...
El Deafo by Cece Bell
In this graphic novel memoir, author Cece Bell retells the story of her hearing loss and her experience with Phonic Ear, the hearing aid she wears strapped across her chest. Though it’s very powerful, and gives Cece the ability to hear, its awkward appearance isolates Cece from her classmates. But after some difficulty, Cece’s able to successfully harness the Phonic Ear and become El Deafo.
We’ll explore different aspects of superhero fiction, from character creation and world-building to the importance of a worthy antagonist and the art of blending genres. We’ll also see how the craft is akin to ghostwriting in its empathetic essence.
Apr 8, 2024 · These illustrated superhero books and graphic novels will introduce young readers to memorable heroes — and some brand-new heroes, too! For example, little readers will love Princess Truly #1: I Am a Super Girl! where they're introduced to the titular character.
As Iron Man put it, “Heroes are made by the path they choose, not the powers they are graced with.” We've rounded up the very best children's books about superheroes for you to read with your littles, from your favorite, well-known heroes to new literary favorites.
Apr 1, 2019 · This book promises to cover everything you ever wanted to know about superheroes and how to become one, including powers – the best, the worst, and in-between; how to act like a superhero; training and fighting; and figuring out right from wrong. It even includes a history of superheroes, a pop quiz, and a bibliography to keep the fun going.
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Which superhero stories are best for children in Key Stage 1 (ages 5-7)? Our review panel’s top recommendation for KS1 is Traction Man – a super-popular picturebook full of detailed comic-style illustrations.
