Toni The Superhero By R. D.

Toni the Superhero, written by R. D. Base and illustrated by Debbie Hefke, is the introduction to a new young superhero. It is about Toni in his superhero world, wearing his superhero costume, complete with a cape. However, Toni enjoys doing the kind of superhero activities that most little boys and girls are able to do. While his superhero acts include rescuing cats from trees, they also include reading books and helping with chores, like sweeping and dusting. He also helps take care of himself with physical activities like running and swimming, eating healthy foods and getting the sleep he needs. Toni does not forget the fun things in life like playing on the playground and enjoying music, either!

This book, and the upcoming series about Toni, is targeted for pre- and beginning readers, up to around age four. As such, I am pleased to give the book 4 out of 4 stars. I like the repetition of useful phrases which will help build the confidence of a beginning reader. The sentences are simple and easy to understand, while the individual words and subject matter are relevant to every child's everyday life. Along with being a useful reading tool, the book also shows the enjoyment of being helpful to others and taking care of oneself, instilling good values and ethics in the minds of the young readers. Toni The Superhero, one sentence at a time, covers a range of topics in a simple manner and positive light.
Even pre-readers can understand what is happening and see how Toni is enjoying his "superhero" activities by the expressions on his face. The illustrations are colorful and full-paged, and a great tool for sparking the interest and imagination of a young