Ten Rules of Being a Superhero

by Deb Pilutti, Deb Pilutti (Illustrator)

Overview

In order to be a real superhero, you have to follow some important rules:

Rule #1: A superhero must ALWAYS respond to a call for help.

Rule #2: Saving the day is messy. But everyone understands.

In this handy guide, Captain Magma and his trusty sidekick, Lava Boy, take young readers on an adventure to learn all ten rules of being a good superhero.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780805097597
Publisher:	Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
Publication date:	10/14/2014
Series:	Christy Ottaviano Books
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	8.70(w) x 11.10(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	AD410L (what's this?)
Age Range:	4 - 7 Years

About the Author

Deb Pilutti is an award-winning illustrator and designer. She is the creator of Ten Rules for Being a Superhero, Ten Steps for Flying Like a Superhero, and The Secrets of Ninja School, and lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Deb Pilutti is an award-winning illustrator and designer. She is the creator of Ten Rules for Being a Superhero, Ten Steps for Flying Like a Superhero, and The Secrets of Ninja School, and lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Editorial Reviews

This story illuminates the fantasy world of one little boy and his favorite toy, Captain Magma . . . will appeal to young superheroes (and their sidekicks) everywhere.” —School Library Journal

“Pilutti has painted every toy a child could want: robots and monkeys and a green troll with hair like a firecracker . . . The illustrations of the playroom are the highlight of the book.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Instead of opting for braggadocio and mock high drama, Pilutti's duo's self-awareness and low-stakes theatrics have an offhanded, almost improvisational vibe.” —Publishers Weekly

From the Publisher

2014-08-20
There are 10 rules of being a superhero, but the second is the most important: "Saving the day is messy." By the end of this book, Captain Magma has been lifted into the sky by a bird, dropped in a nest and carted around in a wheelbarrow full of dirt. Captain Magma is only a few inches tall, and he's made of plastic, so he has to be carried around by his young sidekick, Lava Boy, who runs around the playroom in an adorable red cape and mask. The illustrations of the playroom are the highlight of the book. Pilutti has painted every toy a child could want: robots and monkeys and a green troll with hair like a firecracker. The room is so cluttered with colorful toys that readers may not know where to rest their eyes. Unfortunately, this means that large portions of the book involve sweeping and keeping the house tidy. Readers may wonder if some of the rules were created by an adult to send a wholesome message to kids. Take rule seven: "Superheroes must rest so that they can recharge…." Children may prefer the rules that involve tasty snacks; Captain Magma's battle cry is "Cookies for all!" This book is starchier than a superhero story ought to be, but almost everyone will agree with rule 10: "[S]aving the day is more fun with a friend." (Picture book. 4-7)

Kirkus Reviews