Almost Super (Almost Super, 1) — Kindle eBook
Kindle: Almost Super is a funny middle-grade superhero adventure about brothers Rafter and Benny, whose unexpected powers seem useless. As Rafter navigates a rivalry with Juanita Johnson and questions what he believes about superheroes, the story pairs comic mishaps with a theme of using wit and accepting differences.
At a glance
- A humorous superhero premise turns Rafter and Benny’s disappointing powers into the starting point for an adventure.
- The story includes a school rivalry, action and suspense, and a question of whether Rafter’s beliefs about superheroes are true.
- Kindle listing specifies screen-reader support, enhanced typesetting, Word Wise, and Page Flip.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The premise makes room for a child-friendly mix of superhero action, humor, and an underdog protagonist.
- The Kindle edition lists reading features including screen-reader support and Word Wise.
Technical specifications
14 specifications| Publisher | HarperCollins |
|---|---|
| Publication date | January 21, 2014 |
| Edition | Reprint |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 261 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0062209634 |
| File size | 1.3 MB |
|---|---|
| Screen Reader | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Not Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
| Grade level | Preschool - 6 |
|---|---|
| Reading age | 7 - 10 years, from customers |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for a humorous superhero adventure centered on siblings and school rivalry.
- Families seeking a middle-grade story that raises themes of wit and accepting differences.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as engaging and humorous, and also praises its writing and suitability for children. The reported appeal fits the listing’s superhero action and school-rivalry premise. These perceptions may help families considering it as a light middle-grade adventure, but they do not establish that every reader will respond the same way.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the humor and engaging story.
- Feedback also highlights the writing and suitability for children.
Frequently asked questions
What is Almost Super about?
Brothers Rafter and Benny receive powers that seem unimpressive. Rafter must use his wits as he faces a school nemesis and discovers that his assumptions about superheroes may be wrong.
What age range is listed?
The product details list a customer-sourced reading age of 7–10 years and grade level Preschool–6. Individual reading suitability may vary.
What Kindle features are specified?
The listing says the edition supports screen readers, enhanced typesetting, Word Wise, and Page Flip. X-Ray is listed as not enabled.
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