Book details
Vera Vance: Comics Star (After-School Superstars)
Description
Third grader Vera Vance has signed up for the comics camp after-school program, but her mother would much rather she focus on academics, athletics, music. . . anything but comics! Now in paperback.Vera loves all things comic books, so she can't wait for the comics after-school class to start--even though her mother wonders whether it's educational enough. But Vera is determined to participate, and starts developing her own comic about Big Spoon and Little Spoon with the encouragement of her enthusiastic friend Nixie and instruction from teachers who are accomplished cartoonists themselves.As the weels go by, the after-school teachers announce that for the final class, students will go on a field trip to a local comic-con--and they can even enter a page from their comics in a contest that will be judged there! Vera isn't surprised when her mother says she can't go. But maybe Big Spoon and Little Spoon can convince her mother to accept her passion.Vera Vance: Comics Star follows Nixie Ness: Cooking Star in the After-School Superstars chapter book series. Perfect for fans of Judy Moody, Ivy and Bean, and Clementine, the series is illustrated in black and white and each book includes a bonus activity that corresponds to the book's plot.
Age
7-10
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
128 pages
Book in series
#3
Why to read
- Inspires Creativity: 'Vera Vance: Comics Star' encourages children to explore their creative side and shows the joy of expressing oneself through art and storytelling, particularly in the medium of comics.
- Promotes Perseverance: The book's protagonist, Vera, faces challenges in pursuing her passion for comics, providing young readers with a role model who demonstrates resilience and determination in the face of obstacles.
- Highlights Friendship and Support: As part of the After-School Superstars series, this book emphasizes the importance of friendship, teamwork, and the support system that after-school programs can provide for children with diverse interests.
- Addresses Real-Life Issues: Claudia Mills weaves important themes such as family dynamics, financial struggles, and the balance between school responsibilities and personal interests into an engaging narrative that resonates with young readers.