Book details
The Genius Factor: How to Capture an Invisible Cat
Description
Every Friday the 13th, 6th grade genius and inventor extraordinaire Nate Bannister does three not-so-smart things to keep life interesting. This time, he taught a caterpillar math, mailed a love letter, and super-sized his cat Proton before turning him invisible. As Nate and his new (well, only) friend Delphine race to stop Proton from crushing everyone and everything in town, they come face-to-face with Sir Jakob Maculte (the twenty-seventh lord of Mayberry Castle and leader of the nefarious Red Death Tea Society). Known for its criminal activity, killer tactics, and impressive tea brewing skills, the Red Death Tea Society will do anything to get in their way. Nate and Delphine must pull out every mind-blowing gadget, half-perfected invention, and unproven but theoretically sound strategy they've got up their sleeves in order to survive to see Saturday the 14th!Eisner winner Paul Tobin's extraordinarily madcap middle grade debut features black and white illustrations from film talent Thierry Lafontaine and is the first of five novels in the series.Awards for BandetteWinner, Eisner Award for Best Digital ComicWinner, IndieFab Award - Bronze, Graphic Novels & Comics
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
271 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Fosters Creativity and Imagination: 'The Genius Factor: How to Capture an Invisible Cat' is a whimsical and inventive story that encourages readers to think outside the box and embrace their creative side as they follow the adventures of a genius boy and his quirky friends.
- Promotes Friendship and Teamwork: The book highlights the importance of friendship and working together to solve problems. Readers can learn valuable lessons about collaboration and the strength of diverse talents coming together to achieve a common goal.
- Engaging and Humorous: Paul Tobin's writing style is engaging and filled with humor, making it an enjoyable read for both children and adults. The book's lighthearted tone and funny situations are sure to keep readers entertained throughout.
- Introduces STEM Concepts: The story incorporates elements of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in a fun and accessible way. It's a great way to get young readers interested in these subjects without feeling like they're in a classroom setting.