Now an animated show streaming on HBO Max!It's SQUISH—a graphic novel series about a comic book-loving, twinkie-eating grade school AMOEBA trying to find his place in the world (or at least trying to make it through a school day). Inspired by his favorite comic book hero, SUPER AMOEBA!, Squish has to navigate school (bullies! detention! Principal Planaria!), family (dad: Hates to wear a tie. Secretly listens to heavy metal in the car), and friends (Peggy-rainbows! happy all the time! and Pod . . . who's . . . well, you just have to meet him). Can Squish save the world—and his friends—from the forces of evil lurking in the hallways? Find out in
Squish: Super Amoeba—saving the world, one cell at a time!
On sale: May 10, 2011
Age: 8-12 years
Grade: Grades 3-7
Page count: 96 Pages
ISBN: 9780375843891
Reading level: Lexile: GN520L | Fountas/Pinnell: P
Brother-and-sister team MATTHEW "InkBoy" HOLM and JENNIFER "WriterGirl" HOLM are the dashing duo behind the award-winning Babymouse series. In addition to fighting the forces of evil, Jennifer is the
New York Times bestselling author of several acclaimed novels, including three Newbery Honor winners,
Our Only May Amelia, Penny from Heaven and
Turtle in Paradise. Matthew Holm is a graphic designer and freelance writer.
New York Times: "An energetic, good-hearted escapade, one that young readers will enjoy."
Starred Review, Kirkus Reviews: * "Hilarious. If ever a new series deserved to go viral, this one does."
The Bulletin: "A perfect mix of writing that is simple enough for early readers but still remarkably snarky, clever, and entertaining. Kids will soak up the humor, tidbits of science instruction, and adventure."
