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Hilo Book 11: The Great Space Iguana is a New York Times bestselling graphic novel, perfect for readers aged 8-12 who love humor, science fiction, and adventure. In this installment, a Space Iguana appears in D.J.'s backyard, leading D.J., Hilo, and Gina on a thrilling, laugh-out-loud journey across the galaxy to return her home and save the universe from peril. The story emphasizes themes of friendship, teamwork, bravery, and self-discovery, all wrapped in a fast-paced, engaging format that's ideal for both avid and reluctant readers.
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Get ready for adventure, friendship, and lots of laughs with the New York Times bestselling graphic novel series kids love! Hilo may be the boy who crashed to earth...but when a Space Iguana shows up D.J.s backyard, it turns out it's D.J. who might be the key to saving the universe! "An action-packed page-turner with heart!" --Dav Pilkey, creator of DOG MAN AHHHHH! A GIANT SPACE IGUANA has landed in D.J.’s backyard. Where did she come from? And why is the whole universe out to get her?! D.J., Hilo, and Gina will have to RACE through space to get her home! Iif they don’t, the whole universe will be in DANGER! But there’'s a galaxy of TROUBLE—(not to mention one super annoyed alien dad, some very cranky monsters, and a warrior match combat challenge (um, what?!?!)—in their way. Can they make it?! (And how is D.J. at driving a spaceship, anyway?)
Discussion Prompts
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What qualities make D.J., Hilo, and Gina a good team?
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How do the characters show bravery when facing new challenges or scary situations?
3
If you found a Space Iguana in your backyard, what would be the first thing you would do?
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What does it mean to be 'the key to saving the universe,' and how does D.J. handle that responsibility?
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How do the humorous moments in the story help balance the more dangerous parts of the adventure?
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