In "Gizmo" by Barry Varela, readers are introduced to a young inventor named Max who stumbles upon a mysterious gadget that grants him incredible abilities. As he navigates the challenges of adolescence, Max discovers that his new powers come with unexpected consequences. He must learn to balance his everyday life with the responsibilities of his invention, all while facing external threats from those who want to exploit his creation. Along the way, Max forms deep connections with friends and uncovers valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the true meaning of power, ultimately realizing that innovation can shape not just his future, but the world around him. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children in preschool-2nd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2007 by Roaring Brook Press .

Ed Briant is a professional illustrator, writer, and the creator and illustrator of the popular comic strip Tales from the Slushpile. He has two daughters, teaches illustration, and occasionally practices roundhouse kicks in the kitchen when he thinks nobody's watching. Choppy Socky Blues was his first book for young adults. Barry Varela is a writer, editor, and researcher who lives in Durham, North Carolina. The former director of Duke University's Teaching Case Writing Program at the Sanford School of Public Policy, he has written and edited numerous works of fiction and nonfiction--including the junior novelization of Arctic Tale --for major publishing houses. To learn more, visit barryvarela. com.