superheroes

"Miles Morales is Peter Parker's friend, super-hero namesake, crimefighting ally and. . .sidekick?! No way! Peter has dragged Miles to 'Take your sidekick to work day,' and Miles is not amused--they're both Spider-Man! So when Peter makes a mistake that unleashes villainous shenanigans on New York City, it's up to Miles to save the day--and prove exactly which Spider-Man is the true sidekick!"--Provided by publisher.

Batman fan Ernest Fann takes on the secret persona Gerbilwing and sets up a crime fighting unit with his friends and dog, but things become a little too real when Ernest and his friends visit a bank in the middle of a robbery.

"Iron Man finds himself marooned in a small colony on a remote planet! Life here seems perfect... but who's pulling the strings behind its delicate design? As Tony digs deeper for answers, a message from home warns him that Korvac is still a threat... but recovering from his many recent injuries means pain medication. Will Tony succumb to the temptation that has plagued him for years? Either way, Iron Man will soon face a cosmic showdown on the deck of Galactus' worldship. And if he manages to survive unscathed, he must battle Korvac's zealous and powerful disciples: the Controller, the Unicorn, Blizzard -- and a robotically enslaved Original Human Torch! Tony sure could use some friends right about now"--Provided by publisher.

"Shy has shown she can handle the basics of being a defender of justice, but with the mysterious boy known as Stigma still at large, that might not be enough. Determined to become stronger, she holds a mock battle against Stardust, one of the most famous figures in the heroing world--and a merciless opponent. With her status as a hero on the line, can Shy awaken her new powers?!"--Back cover.

"In an age when superpowered defenders from each country have brought peace to the world, Japan's representative is a timid young girl known as 'Shy.' She may be embarrassed by the mere thought of slipping into spandex, but she'll prove that despite it all, she still has the heart of a hero!"--Back cover.

Yasmin gathers a cape and mask and sets out to find a villain to defeat with her "super powers"--However there are no villains hiding on her block, just neighbors who need a little help.

Ben Reilly, A.K.A. the Scarlet Spider, is a perfect clone of the amazing Spider-Man...but with none of Peter Parker's responsibility! After the events of the Clone Conspiracy, Ben moved west to carve out a new life for himself in Las Vegas. But now, someone from Peter's past is encroaching on Ben's turf...the new Hornet! But who is he working for, and what will his former teammates in the Slingers - Dusk, Prodigy and Ricochet - have to say about the new man under the mask? Chances are, their views might not quite line up with Ben's... If you've guessed that it's all leading up to the return of the Slingers, you guessed right! Strap in as Ben Reilly's second life takes another unexpected turn!.

From gamma rays to mighty mutants to mad science, superhero stories are filled with ideas borrowed from the world of science. Which superpowers might soon be made possible by science in real life? Explore the science behind superpowers with this fascinating book! Developed by Timothy Rasinski and Lori Oczkus, and featuring TIME content, this book includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The detailed sidebars, fascinating images, and Dig Deeper section prompt students to connect back to the text and encourage multiple readings. Check It Out! includes suggested resources for further reading. Aligned with state standards, this title features complex content appropriate for students preparing for college and career readiness.

How did Poison Ivy become Batman's floral foe? Discover the story behind this Super-Villain's journey from plant lover to evil Queen of Green, including the source of her toxic touch. With action-packed illustrations and easy-to-follow text, this DC Comics book is perfect for early readers.

Tells the story of how The Cheetah become Wonder Woman's foe, tracking this super-villain's journey from brilliant scientist to wildcat criminal, including the source of her beastly abilities.