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Super Stan


No. of pages 32

Published: 2016

Great for age 0-8 years

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A brilliantly funny picture book about sibling rivalry ... and superheroes!Life can be hard when your little brother is a superhero. The whole world thinks Super Stan is AMAZING. No one ever seems to notice his big brother, Jack ... But sometimes, even a superhero needs a little help. And when a superhero is in trouble, only a SUPER big brother can save the day.This feel-good story tackles the often tricky subject of sibling rivalry with warmth, humour and fun!Shortlisted for the Waterstones Picture Book Prize.

 

 

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 3-5 years.

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2016 by Hachette Children's Group .

Matt Robertson graduated with a Masters in Children's Book Illustration from the Cambridge School of Art in 2014 and in 2016 he was shortlisted for the Waterstones Book Prize (illustrated category). He lives and works in Norwich, UK.

 

This book has been nominated for the following award:

Waterstones Children's Book Award - Illustration
This book was recognised in the Illustration category by the Waterstones Children's Book Award.

A delightful story about sibling rivalry and sibling love. * Parents In Touch *

 

[A] super debut picture book * Red Reading Hub *

 

This is a fun story, with a lovely, warm ending. Great for smoothing a rough ride amongst siblings, or just for a great bedtime story. * The Bookbag *

 

Many children will identify with this sibling rivalry theme, relayed with wit and warmth and illustrated with energy and bright, primary colours. * Daily Mail *

 

In this sweet, funny and above all, reassuring story, Matt Robertson captures the perspective of a crestfallen big brother, struggling to find his place within an altered family dynamic, with a marvellously astute and empathetic touch * Teach Early Years *

 

This wonderfully illustrated picture book by the superbly talented Matt Robertson addresses the issue of sibling rivalry in a really heartwarming and fun way * Title Sussex *

 

Many children will identify with this sibling rivalry theme, relayed with wit and warmth, and illustrated with energy and bright, primary colours. * Irish Daily Mail *

 

Fun, distinctly unpreachy, but with a clear message too. Great for the early years library, as I imagine many children will relate! * School Librarian *