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Max (Reading Rainbow Book)
by
Bob Graham
A success story for anyone who knows the highs—and lows—of learning to do something for the first time. Max will fly away with your heart!
As the son of legendary superheroes Captain Lightning and Madam Thunderbolt, Max is destined to join their ranks - once he learns to
fly, that is. But despite his parents’ valiant coaching and encouragement
from his grandparents and frie...more
As the son of legendary superheroes Captain Lightning and Madam Thunderbolt, Max is destined to join their ranks - once he learns to
fly, that is. But despite his parents’ valiant coaching and encouragement
from his grandparents and frie...more
Paperback, 32 pages
Published
August 26th 2002
by Candlewick
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The importance of illustrations is made clear in this book as many of the pictures convey significant story events that are not described in the text. Using ink and watercolor, the illustrator of Max compliments the author’s text with his illustrations but, also, adds to the story by depicting events that are not specifically described or included in the text. Furthermore, some of the pages of this book begin to resemble a comic strip as multiple scenes are illustrated on each page and, often, s...more
It was an okay story. I liked the illustrations a lot and loved their lightning bolt shaped house.
I'm not sure why it's on the list of 1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up. There are lots of books I find equally entertaining.
I'm not sure why it's on the list of 1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up. There are lots of books I find equally entertaining.
As the son of legendary superheroes Captain Lightning and Madam Thunderbolt, Max is destined to join their ranks - once he learns to
fly, that is. But despite his parents’ valiant coaching and encouragement from his grandparents and friends, Max can’t seem to get off the ground. Will he ever learn to leap over tall buildings in a single bound? (Goodreads Summary)
Bob Graham's illustrations in a comic book manner and the use of panels in an easy GN arrangement are great. There are fun little detai...more
fly, that is. But despite his parents’ valiant coaching and encouragement from his grandparents and friends, Max can’t seem to get off the ground. Will he ever learn to leap over tall buildings in a single bound? (Goodreads Summary)
Bob Graham's illustrations in a comic book manner and the use of panels in an easy GN arrangement are great. There are fun little detai...more
Cute little book about a boy born into a superhero family who can't fly yet. My 3 year old actually sat and listened to the whole things. She found lots of things in the pictures to look at and point out.
Fun, colourful and teaches children that not every boy or girl has to be a superhero to make a difference in life :-)
Summary: Max is born into a superhero family. Everyone is worried when it seems that Max lacks the ability to fly. One day, Max sees a baby bird fall from its nest. Max rushes to save the bird and ends up flying in order to rescue the animal. Everyone is happy and Max continues the family tradition of being a superhero.
Uses: independent reading for early readers, recommend to students who have an interest in superheros
Literary Devices: simile
Social issues: overcoming an inability, achieving a go...more
Uses: independent reading for early readers, recommend to students who have an interest in superheros
Literary Devices: simile
Social issues: overcoming an inability, achieving a go...more
I liked it because the baby flew in the tree. And the baby had the same name as my brother!
sweet story about waiting for your superpowers to come to you.
Bob Graham makes an extraordinary family very ordinary, with the son (and grandson) of superheroes who can't fly! As always, Graham's books are delightful!
One of the books listed in "1001 Children's Books"
remind you of anyboby?...
The story begins with Max as a baby from a super hero family that grows into a super boy...only he can't fly. His parents and grandparents are concerned because Max should be flying. Even his normal friends at school are questioning his inability to fly. Will Max learn to fly in time to save a creature in need?
Cute story with amazingly detailed and action-filled illustrations.
Cute story with amazingly detailed and action-filled illustrations.
Really, this is such a sweet book. So, we're all totally in love with this adorable super-hero family (which includes grandma & grandpa). We love the way Max turns out, and how his family just absolutely love each other.
Fun book. Kids love it!
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An Australian children's author and illustrator. His books include Max, which won the Nestlé Smarties Book Prize Gold Award, Jethro Byrd, Fairy Child, which won the Kate Greenaway Medal, and "Let's Get A Pup!" Said Kate which won the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award
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An Australian children's author and illustrator. His books include Max, which won the Nestlé Smarties Book Prize Gold Award, Jethro Byrd, Fairy Child, which won the Kate Greenaway Medal, and "Let's Get A Pup!" Said Kate which won the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award
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