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Highlights
- With hands-on maker activities for readers to try, the first book in this zany graphic novel series follows two kid superheroes who use the powers of science and engineering to save their city, one ice cream cone at a time.
- 7-10 Years
- 9.0" x 5.9" Paperback
- 144 Pages
- Juvenile Fiction, Comics & Graphic Novels
- Series Name: Maker Girl and Professor Smarts
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Book Synopsis
With hands-on maker activities for readers to try, the first book in this zany graphic novel series follows two kid superheroes who use the powers of science and engineering to save their city, one ice cream cone at a time. Introducing the newest superheroes of New Bork City: Maker Girl and Professor Smarts! So what if they didn't actually receive superpowers when that comet hit earth a few months back and created a bunch of other superheroes and supervillains? Maker Girl can make just about anything, and Professor Smarts is the sharpest kid on the block. They're more than a match for villainous Mr. Anti-Freeze, who's bent on ruining the town's ice cream--by turning it all to slime! This fast-paced story delivers classic hero escapades with light-hearted twists, and readers can get in on the action by making their own super creations, from a toilet-paper-roll grappling hook to some delicious sorbet. Every colorful page bursts with kid-friendly art, hilarious characters, and the excitement of STEM.Review Quotes
This series brings a maker's world to life and reminds readers that curiosity and tinkering are, in themselves, powers to be used for good. The incorporation of content that reflects the crew's many scientific and creative interests is refreshing and unique. . . . A wonderful complement to any Makerspace or STEAM program and a strong addition to graphic novel collections.
--School Library Journal Readers will laugh at the banter and may even want to try out the step-by-step directions for two homemade creations. . . .Engineering and chemistry save the day in this sunny series opener.
--Kirkus Reviews
About the Author
Jasmine Florentine is an author and illustrator who is passionate about using creative approaches to engage kids with science. After receiving a master's degree from MIT in mechanical engineering, she worked as a mechatronics engineer at a robotics company and an engineer and artist for FIRST, a nonprofit that runs robotics competitions to inspire students to pursue STEM. Her debut novel, Hex Allen and the Clanksmiths, was released in 2022. When she is not building robots, drawing cartoons, or championing STEM, Jasmine Florentine loves hiking and rambling at length about her current favorite book, usually at the same time. She lives in the UK with her family.Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)
Weight: .79 Pounds
Suggested Age: 7-10 Years
Number of Pages: 144
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
Series Title: Maker Girl and Professor Smarts
Publisher: Mit Kids Press
Theme: Superheroes
Format: Paperback
Author: Jasmine Florentine
Language: English
Street Date: August 5, 2025
TCIN: 94285314
UPC: 9781536239584
Item Number (DPCI): 247-34-4059
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 0.4 inches length x 5.9 inches width x 9 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.79 pounds
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Tickmenot - 14 days ago
Chuy and Yaya live in a world after a comet has struck the earth, and many people gained super powers. They did not get any, but Yaya is determined to use their natural talents as super powers, and has given them names: Chuy is Professor Smarts since he is very smart, and Yaya is Maker Girl since she can make so many things. They put their talents to the test when a bad guy is threatening all the ice cream makers. He is demanding they get rid of all their ice cream or he will cover the entire city with slime. Chuy and Yaya confront him and find every time he touches ice cream it gets slimed, so he can’t enjoy it anymore. They come up with a solution that makes everyone happy. This is an exciting story, done in comic book form or graphic novel design. The book also includes two different things to make, along with step-by-step instructions. It is fun to make things that are featured in a book. Also, the awesome format this book is done in really appeals to youngsters. This five-star book will be enjoyed by ages seven to eleven years old. Thanks to Candlewick Books, for providing Tickmenot with a book to review. Opinions are my own.