How do you think Hilo felt when he learned the shocking answers about his past?

This is a discussion prompt for Hilo Then Everything Went Wrong by Judd Winick. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

What does it mean to be a good friend, and how do D.J., Gina, and Izzy show their loyalty to Hilo?

This is a discussion prompt for Hilo Then Everything Went Wrong by Judd Winick. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

Have you ever learned something surprising about your own family or past? How did it make you feel?

This is a discussion prompt for Hilo Then Everything Went Wrong by Judd Winick. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

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Hilo Then Everything Went Wrong

Name: Hilo Then Everything Went Wrong
ISBN: 9781544434223

by Judd Winick

Hilo and his friends face their biggest challenge yet as secrets about Hilo's past are finally revealed in this action-packed graphic novel adventure.

About This Book

"As D.J., Gina, Hilo and Izzy go on another adventure together, Hilo gets even closer to answering the questions of his past. But the shocking answers he gets are not the ones he expected or wanted"--

Concepts

Curiosity & Wonder Self-Confidence & Identity Friendship & Loyalty Resilience & Perseverance Fear & Bravery Sadness & Grief Growing Up Adventure Friendship & Social

Heads up, parents

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Wonderlit Review

This installment in the popular Hilo graphic novel series continues the high-stakes adventure as Hilo, D.J., Gina, and Izzy delve deeper into Hilo's mysterious origins. The narrative focuses on Hilo's quest for answers about his past, leading to revelations that are both unexpected and challenging. The emotional arc centers on processing difficult truths and the resilience required to face them, all while reinforcing the strong bonds of friendship. This book is ideal for middle-grade readers who enjoy fast-paced, action-packed graphic novels with underlying themes of identity and belonging. Parents might reach for this when their child is grappling with complex family histories or learning to cope with surprising information. The graphic novel format makes it accessible for reluctant readers, and the ongoing mystery keeps children engaged and eager for the next book in the series.