Not All Superheroes Wear Capes
Not All Superheroes Wear Capes

Author: Quentin Kenihan

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Published: 2016-09-27

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13: 0733635369

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Quentin Kenihan is living proof that superheroes don't need capes, just the right attitude. FOREWORD BY RAY MARTIN When he was a kid, Quentin Kenihan loved Superman. Ironic, really. Quentin didn't need kryptonite to reveal his weakness - born with a rare bone disorder, osteogenesis imperfecta, his bones broke all on their own. When Quentin was seven, Mike Willesee made a documentary about him. Australians fell in love with his wit, and never-say-die attitude. Over the years he grew up before our eyes. But there was a dark side to his life. The true story was never told ... until now. A story of abandonment, drug addiction, dark days and thoughts of suicide. Battling through it all, Quentin's resilience is inspiring. Quentin is now determined to live life the best he can. Just turned 41, he is a filmmaker, stand-up comedian, radio host, actor and film critic; he's hung out with Angelina, accidentally ripped Jennifer Lopez's dress, talked sex with Jean-Claude Van Damme, appeared in MAD MAX and interviewed Julia Gillard, all the while showing that living in a wheelchair doesn't mean staying still. This is an unforgettable, brutally honest, at times heartbreaking memoir. Quentin Kenihan is living proof that superheroes don't need capes, just the right attitude! 'Quentin is a hero of mine. Probably the toughest man I have ever met. Read this book and reconsider how hard you think your life is. It is a liberating experience to face life through his eyes.' - RUSSELL CROWE

Not All Heroes Wear Capes
Not All Heroes Wear Capes

Author: Ben Brooks

Publisher: Hachette UK

Published: 2021-03-18

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 1526362902

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What do you think of when you hear the word 'hero'? Is it the wall-climbing, cape-wearing, villain-fighter you see in comics and films? Heroes can actually come in all forms, shapes and sizes. Some cook for the hungry. Some nurse the poorly back to health. Others raise money for important causes. From small acts of kindness to inventions that have saved the lives of hundreds of people, every person in this book has found their passion - or their superpower. No matter how big or small it might be, your power can be used to change the world for the better too. So put away the cape, climb down from that wall and discover how ordinary people can still do extraordinary things and become heroes. Written by Ben Brooks, the bestselling author of the Dare to Be Different books, and paired with vibrant comic-style illustrations throughout, this is the perfect guide for the budding superhero in your life!

Not All Heroes Wear Capes
Not All Heroes Wear Capes

Author: Jennifer Moore-Mallinos

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2018-12-15

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1538390663

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Most young people are familiar with superheroes, but in real life, it's the ordinary heroes that walk among us that really make a difference. Readers of this engaging volume learn that there's more to being a hero than being able to fly or having other superpowers. Being kind, helping others, or doing what's right even when it's tough are all things that make for pretty good, real-life heroes. Relatable characters are truly engaging through colorful illustrations, while age-appropriate text encourages readers to make positive, helpful decisions in their own lives.

Real Heroes Don't Wear Capes
Real Heroes Don't Wear Capes

Author: Laura Driscoll

Publisher: Astra Publishing House

Published: 2007-08-01

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 1575652455

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The popular Social Studies Connects series links history, geography, civics and economics to kids’ daily lives. Featuring stories with diverse characters who face situations young readers can relate to, these books support reading and social studies skills including researching, inferring, comparing, and communication. An activity to stimulate curiosity about the world is included in each book! With no special powers, no secret identity, and no cape, can someone be a real hero? Ethan thinks so and sets out to prove it! (Social Studies Topic: History & Culture/Heroes)

Fierce Fairytales
Fierce Fairytales

Author: Nikita Gill

Publisher: Hachette Books

Published: 2018-09-11

Total Pages: 181

ISBN-13: 0316420735

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Poet, writer, and Instagram sensation Nikita Gill returns with a collection of fairytales poetically retold for a new generation of women. Traditional fairytales are rife with cliches and gender stereotypes: beautiful, silent princesses; ugly, jealous, and bitter villainesses; girls who need rescuing; and men who take all the glory. But in this rousing new prose and poetry collection, Nikita Gill gives Once Upon a Time a much-needed modern makeover. Through her gorgeous reimagining of fairytale classics and spellbinding original tales, she dismantles the old-fashioned tropes that have been ingrained in our minds. In this book, gone are the docile women and male saviors. Instead, lines blur between heroes and villains. You will meet fearless princesses, a new kind of wolf lurking in the concrete jungle, and an independent Gretel who can bring down monsters on her own. Complete with beautifully hand-drawn illustrations by Gill herself, Fierce Fairytales is an empowering collection of poems and stories for a new generation.

Not All Heroes
Not All Heroes

Author: Josephine Cameron

Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)

Published: 2021-05-18

Total Pages: 206

ISBN-13: 0374314446

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Even though her family moved across the country for a “fresh start” after her little brother’s death, eleven-year-old Zinnia Helinski still feels like she’s stuck waiting for her new life to begin. Then she spots her new neighbor, Kris, climbing down the fire escape of their apartment building. He’s wearing a black eye mask! And Spandex leggings. . . . And a blue body suit? Soon Zinnia finds herself in a secret club for kids who want to be heroes. The Reality Shifters don’t have superpowers, but they do have the power to make positive change in their neighborhoods. And a change is just what Zinnia is looking for! At first, she feels invincible. Zinnia finally has friends and is on the kind of real-life adventures her little brother, Wally, would have loved. But when her teammates lose sight of their goals, Zinnia must find the balance between bravery and recklessness, and learn to be a hero without her cape.

Is Mommy a Doctor Or Superhero?
Is Mommy a Doctor Or Superhero?

Author: Amy F Ho

Publisher:

Published: 2020-10-13

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781088112205

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Whether it's at a hospital, a clinic, at the park, or home, Doctor Mommy always takes care of everyone, everywhere! Through adorable illustrations and a whimsical cast of characters, this picture book inspires children with the realization that they too can be superheroes. Written by a physician, these depictions of life in healthcare are brimming with fun references, giving adults a chance to share their love of medicine with their kids. The real heroes in our lives are often the unspoken ones. This book is dedicated to our real-life superheroes, Doctor Mommies who both save lives and create lives.

Not All Heroes Wear Capes
Not All Heroes Wear Capes

Author: Benjamin L Harris

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2023-05-30

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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In a world filled with imagination and caped superheroes soaring through the sky, this delightful and inspiring journey invites young readers to discover the true heroes all around us. With each turn of the page, children will encounter the everyday superheroes who keep our world spinning and our hearts beating - doctors, nurses, ambulance drivers, firemen and firewomen, policemen and women, vets, farmers, teachers, garbage collectors, cleaners, and even their very own families. "Not All Heroes Wear Capes" offers a heartwarming and eye-opening perspective on the importance of community and the often-overlooked acts of heroism in our day-to-day lives. This story encourages children to see the value and impact of helping others, inspiring them to realize their potential to be heroes in their own unique ways. Together, let's celebrate our everyday heroes. After all, you don't need a cape to be a superhero. Are you ready to discover the superpowers within you?