How to Be a Superhero
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Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2014 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

How to Be a Superhero

Written by Sue Fliess · Illustrated by Nikki Dyson

A boy learns what it takes to become a hero and faces a local villain.

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24 pages· 224 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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A young boy dreams of becoming a superhero and seeks guidance from Captain Mighty. With a costume to choose and powers to develop, he discovers that true heroism requires smarts and heart. As he faces the local menace, Turbo Troll, he must prove his newfound skills. Will he rise to the challenge and earn his heroic name, the Silver Cyclone? This exciting adventure promises to captivate both kids and adults.

From the publisher

A boy asks Captain Mighty what it takes to become a hero. There’s a costume to choose and a power to develop. But most of all, it takes smarts and heart! It’s not long before the boy defeats the local villain, Turbo Troll, and earns his new name: the Silver Cyclone! This rollicking read-aloud will be a hit with kids and grown-ups alike!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
24
Words
224
Reading age
2–5
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about superheroesBooks about superpowersBooks about imagination and playBooks about villainsBooks about teamwork
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Book details

Publication
Published
July 22, 2014
First published
January 1, 2014
Publisher
Golden Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9780385387378

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