The Techno Gecko

Reach for this book when your middle-schooler is feeling out of place or struggling to find a community where they can truly be themselves. It speaks directly to the 'misfit' experience through the eyes of Renton, a young boy caught between a boring home life and a world of high-stakes rebellion. As part of a renegade group, Renton navigates complex themes of morality and justice that resonate with the 10 to 14 age group. Parents will appreciate how the story explores the transition from childhood innocence to the realization that the world is not always black and white. It is an excellent bridge for kids who prefer visual storytelling but are ready for deeper, more sophisticated emotional stakes and questions about authority.