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1) This is Hulk
Author
Series
Publisher
Marvel Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
See the Hulk as you've never seen him before in this 32-page level 1 reader! Go back to a time when Bruce Banner was just a young scientist and see how he becomes the Hulk. This is Hulk introduces young readers to the world of Marvel's most incredible Super Hero scientist.
Author
Series
Stupendous Switcheroo volume 1
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Formats
Description
What would happen if you woke up every single day with a different, surprise SUPERPOWER?! Find out in this zany, hilarious illustrated novel from Mary Winn Heider and Chad Sell. The morning of his mom's business trip, Switcheroo wakes up to discover he has telekinesis. Which is super convenient when he has to give his babysitter-robot the slip to fight crime all day. But it's less convenient when he's recruited to fight crime again the next day, only...
Author
Publisher
Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Bam the Batmobile roars onto the streets to fight crime--and maybe learn a few everyday lessons along the way--in the hit preschool TV animated series DC Batwheels. This sturdy full-color board book, based on the Cartoon Network/HBOmax series, is a great way for young fans who love vehicle and super hero action to enjoy Bam and the Batwheels' adventures again and again.
Author
Series
Publisher
Marvel Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Hulk is bringing his emotive nature and a new, kid-friendly Marvel art style to this unique and engaging board book. Using the reflective panel on every spread, kids are invited to "mirror" Hulk's facial expressions as he experiences a wide range of emotions, from silly to sad"--Amazon.com
Author
Series
Mia Mayhem volume 13
Publisher
Little Simon
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
As part of her new mega-botany class at the Program for In-Training Superheroes, Mia Mayhem has to grow a plant from superseeds all on her own, but when her plant grows out of her control, she must find a way to stop the ensuing chaos.
Author
Publisher
Andrews McMeel Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"When Tunde sprouts wings and learns he's all that stands between Earth and total destruction, suddenly school is the least of his problems. Luckily, his rag-tag group of pals have got his back, and with his new powers, Tunde is ready to fly in the face of danger. So what if he can't even stand up to the school bully? He's the boy with wings--this is his destiny. No pressure then"--
Author
Series
Stan Lee's The devil's quintet volume 2
Publisher
Tor
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Ever since The Armageddon Code, the Devil's Quintet have been using their demonic powers to fight evil and protect the world, while remaining nothing but an urban legend to the general public. But the Devil is not about to let them keep using his powers for good. Created by Satan himself to counter the Quintet, the Shadow Society are five saintly men and women that have been secretly (and strategically) possessed by five of Hell's most powerful demons....
8) This is Loki
Author
Series
Publisher
Marvel Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
This Is Loki introduces the Asgardian trickster and brother to Thor: Loki! After Thor leaves on an adventure, Loki seems to be up to some kind of trickery back in Asgard. But what is he up to?
9) Cobalt Blue
Author
Publisher
Pan Macmillan Australia
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
For 35 years, the United States and Russia each had their own superhero. Three days ago, America's hero died. Today will be bad. In the face of an overwhelming attack, one young woman-unassuming and anonymous-might be America's only hope. Her codename ... COBALT BLUE.
Author
Publisher
Andrew McMeel Publishing
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
Four preteens receive mysterious enamel pins that grant them superpowers. Together, they must put aside their differences and embark on an epic journey to find the mysterious pinmaker, discover the truth behind the new theme park, and of course, trade pins--all while learning how to navigate their new superhuman skills. This is an all-new illustrated adventure series that's about magic, friendship, queer identity, collecting, and tons of fun!
Author
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
Description
During Mile's in-school suspension, he finds himself in a fierce battle with a classmate turned insidious termite who is determined to destroy books and the Black and Brown history they contain, and only Miles can stop him.
Author
Series
Publisher
Golden Books, an imprint of Random House Children's Books, a division of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
Join Chase, Marshall, Skye, and the rest of the heroic PAW Patrol pups as they prepare for Adventure Bay's big Mother's Day celebration. Follow them as they deliver gifts to their animal friends and make one very special rescue. Children ages 2 to 5 will love this delightful Little Golden Book that celebrates the mothers, guardians, and caretakers in our lives -- and all the wonderful, caring things they do. It's perfect for Mother's Day -- or any...
Author
Publisher
Marvel
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Araña is a Spider-Girl lost in time. . . . Miguel is a Spider-Man who's lost his way. . . . Together, they're our only hope. Araña. It means spider--and it also means Anya Corazon. She was a normal Brooklyn teenager with normal Brooklyn problems--until a few months ago, when she was gifted with amazing spiderlike abilities, from super-strength and heightened agility to web-slinging. A powerful mentor guided her on how best to use these new powers...
Author
Publisher
Random House Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Batman is back with five more ghostly adventures filled with thrills and chills in this all-new illustrated collection of spooky tales from the dark corners of Gotham City! Gotham City, the home of Batman, is filled with long shadows, sinister characters, and mysterious goings on. This hardcover illustrated chapter book is a collection of scary short stories featuring some of Batman's strangest adventures that end with wild twist and turns -- some...
Author
Series
Stuntboy volume 2
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
"Portico Reeves is the greatest superhero a lot of people have never heard of. He likes it that way—then no one can get in the way of him from keeping other other people safe. Super safe. He’s Stuntboy. He’s got the moves. And the saves. Except. There’s been one major fail. He couldn’t save his parents from becoming Xs. Which is a word that sounds like coughing up a hairball. But don’t talk to him about the divorce, because of the hairball...
Author
Publisher
Marvel Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Illustrated by New York Times best-selling artist Bea Jackson, this poignant story speaks to Lunella Lafayette's insecurities about her hair as School Picture Day approaches. Sure, Lunella may be a genius Super Hero (Moon Girl), but when someone makes unkind comments about her hair, she questions whether she needs to change it for School Picture Day. She is, after all, still a 13-year-old girl. Ultimately, Lunella figures out the hairstyle that makes...
Author
Series
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Harleen Quinzel starts attending Gotham University and becomes an Arkham Asylum intern, paired with the most high-profile female inmate, the notorious Talia al Ghūl, but as they spend more time together, the lines between good and bad begin to blur.
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