Blue Stars: The Vice Principal Problem

Name: Blue Stars: The Vice Principal Problem
ISBN: 9781536204995

by Kekla Magoon, Cynthia Leitich Smith

When cousins Riley and Maya move in with their activist grandma, they must overcome their differences and use their unique skills as superheroes to protect their school from threats of money, power, a

About This Book

Blue Stars: The Vice Principal Problem introduces cousins Riley, a social butterfly, and Maya, a tech whiz, who find themselves living with their activist grandmother. Initially, their personalities clash, but when their school's integrity is threatened by hidden forces, they unite as the superhero duo, Blue Stars. This graphic novel, ideal for ages 4-11, blends exciting superhero action with themes of family, friendship, and social justice, offering a fun and accessible way to explore standing up for what's right.

When cousins Riley, who has a way with people, and Maya, a tech wizard, move in with their activist grandma, they get off to a rocky start until they join forces as superheroes to stop their school culture from being threatened by money, power and lies.

Concepts

Teamwork & Collaboration Justice & Fairness Self-Confidence & Identity Friendship & Loyalty Resilience & Perseverance Love & Family Good vs. Evil Loneliness & Belonging Empathy & Kindness Curiosity & Wonder Making Friends Moving Sibling Rivalry Being Different Growing Up Superheroes Family & Siblings School Life Coding & Technology

Heads up, parents

Discussion Prompts

How do Riley and Maya's different skills help them work together as a team?

What does it mean to 'stand up for what's right' in your school or community?

Have you ever had to adjust to a new place or new people, like Riley and Maya did when they moved in with their grandma?

What kind of 'superpower' do you think you have that could help others?

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