How I Became Champion of the Universe

by Kenny Harrison

For the young hero of this story, seeing Mighty Max live in the ring is the ultimate in entertainment. So when Atom Smasher from Planet Z challenges Max to compete for the title of the universe, Dad scores front row tickets. But Atom Smasher cheats, so it'¬?s up to the world'¬?s biggest little wrestling fan to use his secret weapon to teach a lesson in fair play . . . and clinch the championship! Readers will be tickled to learn what the secret is. Strong father/son relationship. Models nonviolent behavior and creative conflict resolution.

Genres: Picture Books, Superheroes

32 pages, Hardcover

First published June 5, 2002

About the author

Kenny Harrison worked for thirty-two years as an award-winning artist for his local newspaper before pursuing his passion: writing and illustrating children’s books. He now works in both traditional and digital techniques. Raised in New York City, he now lives in New Orleans with his wife, two children, and a menagerie of rescue pets.

Reviews

[Michele]

Young boy loves to wrestle. One day his favorite wrestler Mighty Max is challenged by an extraterrestrial wrestler named Atom Smasher. When Atom Smasher cheats, the boy comes to the aid of his hero by sharing his secret weapon. Bright, colorful illustrations that will appeal to preschoolers.