Book details
The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl: Squirrel Meets World (A Squirrel Girl Novel)
Description
WHO RUNS THE WORLD? SQUIRRELS! Fourteen-year-old Doreen Green moved from sunny California to the suburbs of New Jersey. She must start at a new school, make new friends, and continue to hide her tail. Yep, Doreen has the powers of...a squirrel! After failing at several attempts to find her new BFF, Doreen feels lonely and trapped, liked a caged animal. Then one day Doreen uses her extraordinary powers to stop a group of troublemakers from causing mischief in the neighborhood, and her whole life changes. Everyone at school is talking about it! Doreen contemplates becoming a full-fledged Super Hero. And thus, Squirrel Girl is born! She saves cats from trees, keeps the sidewalks clean, and dissuades vandalism. All is well until a real-life Super Villain steps out of the shadows and declares Squirrel Girl his archenemy. Can Doreen balance being a teenager and a Super Hero? Or will she go...NUTS?
Age
7-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
336 pages
Why to read
- Discover a Unique Superhero: 'The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl: Squirrel Meets World' offers readers the chance to dive into the world of a lesser-known but incredibly charming and powerful Marvel superhero, Doreen Green (aka Squirrel Girl), who has the quirky ability to communicate with squirrels and possesses super strength.
- Enjoy Humor and Heart: Written by Dean Hale and his wife Shannon Hale, known for their engaging and humorous storytelling, this novel is packed with witty dialogue, hilarious situations, and a heartwarming narrative that makes it a delightful read for both young readers and adults.
- Empowering Message: The book provides an empowering message about embracing one's uniqueness and using it to overcome challenges. Squirrel Girl's adventures are not just about fighting villains but also about self-discovery and building confidence, which can inspire readers to be confident in their own skin.
- Accessible Entry Point to the Marvel Universe: For those new to Marvel comics or looking to explore different characters beyond the mainstream heroes, 'The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl: Squirrel Meets World' serves as an accessible entry point into the expansive Marvel Universe without requiring extensive background knowledge.