{"product_id":"almost-super-isbn-9780062209610","title":"Almost Super","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for fans of Pixar's \u003cem\u003eThe Incredibles\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eAlmost Super\u003c\/em\u003e is a fresh, funny middle grade adventure about two brothers in a family of superheroes who must find a way to be heroic despite receiving powers that are total duds. Filled with humor, heart, and just the right kind of heroics, \u003cem\u003eAlmost Super\u003c\/em\u003e is a winning story that will satisfy would-be heroes and regular kids alike.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEveryone over the age of twelve in the Bailey family gets a superpower. No one knows why, and no one questions it. All the Baileys know is that it's their duty to protect the world from the evil, supervillainous Johnson family. *shake fists*\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut when Rafter Bailey and his brother Benny get \u003cem\u003etheir\u003c\/em\u003e superpowers, they're, well . . . super-lame. Rafter can strike matches on polyester, and Benny can turn his innie belly button into an outie. Along with Rafter's algebra class nemesis, Juanita Johnson, Rafter and Benny realize that what they thought they knew about superheroes and supervillains may be all wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd it's up to the three of them to put asides their differences and make things right. They may not have great powers, but together, they're almost super.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003eOn February 29th, at 4:23 p.m., everyone in the Bailey family over the age of twelve gets a superpower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo one knows why, and no one questions it. All the Baileys know is that it's their duty to protect the world from those evil, supervillainous Johnsons. *shakes fists*\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eToday, Rafter Bailey and his brother Benny are finally going to get their superpowers. Benny wants to be a speedy, and Rafter hopes he gets his grandpa's superstrength so he can save the day just like him.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut when their powers arrive, they are—well—\u003cem\u003eduds\u003c\/em\u003e. Rafter can light matches on polyester, and Benny can turn his innie belly button into an outie.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow is Rafter supposed to defeat his algebra class nemesis, Juanita Johnson, now? And worse still, what if everything Rafter thought he knew about superheroes turns out to be a lie?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRafter may not have an awesome power, but with the help of his wits and an unexpected friend, he could just be almost super.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“A solid debut: fluent, funny and eminently sequel-worthy.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Packed with action and humor, this is a superhero tale in the spirit of The Incredibles. Jensen’s wit and light tone give the story a playful quality while still managing to incorporate suspense. Family dynamics and teamwork drive a plot that has, above all, a super amount of heart.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Jensen employs a clever tongue-in-cheek humor throughout. The short chapters and action packed sequences keep the pages turning. Reluctant readers and fans of the Pixar movie The Incredibles will be excited to find out what happens in the sequel.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888698945765,"sku":"NP9780062209610","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062209610.jpg?v=1730229649","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/almost-super-isbn-9780062209610","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}