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PUBLIC SCHOOL SUPERHERO

James Patterson and Chris Tebbetts

Kenny and his superhero friend fight to help their big-city school.

Ages 9+Source checked

Why this age? The book addresses bullying, embarrassment, and school conflict in an accessible, generally non-graphic way. Its themes and reading level best suit older elementary and middle-grade readers. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age9+

Strongest cautions

  • Violence2/5
  • Products & advertising1/5
  • Romance1/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Good role models4/5
  • Positive messages4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Generic mentions of toys or pop culture common in contemporary settings.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild name-calling typical of school settings.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Very mild, age-appropriate crushes typical of middle-school stories.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Contains brief, non-graphic instances of bullying and school altercations.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The book defines courage as facing fears for the right reasons.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Superhero imagination and inventive ways of understanding everyday school problems are central to the book's appeal.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a diverse cast of students in an urban school setting.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of social dynamics and personal responsibility.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Empathy and acts of service are central to the hero's development.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The story emphasizes resilience, self-acceptance, standing up to bullying, and solving problems through courage and support.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist provides a relatable and positive model for growth and accountability.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did the story handle conflict or violence? Did the characters have other choices?
  3. Which choice in PUBLIC SCHOOL SUPERHERO would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in PUBLIC SCHOOL SUPERHERO, and what caused that change?
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