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Level Up: Pairing Video Games with Children’s and YA Books (Lego Games)

June 16, 2016 / 24 Comments

Level Up- Video Game Book ListsEach Thursday this summer, I’ll be posting a video game and corresponding book list. This is just a fun, personal project that was actually the brainchild of my boyfriend who thought that A) it sounded awesome and B) that there are a lot of parents who would love to have some resources for those kids who would rather be in front of a screen than a book. I’m hoping these titles will appeal to both boys and girls who love gaming and who do love storytelling; they just need the right book to make them readers. Each list will include the Entertainment Software Rating Board’s (ESRB) rating for the game. I know that every family is different, but want to make sure this information is provided as I’ll be offering lists for games for younger kids as well as teens.

Lego Games (Everyone 10+)

LEGO Video Games_1Lego Games are quite extensive with over 50 games released under the Lego umbrella. This list focuses more closely on the super hero, Star Wars, adventure style games that are so popular right now. The following titles are great for children entering the chapter book world and also make great read alouds together as a family. All the titles listed are the first in a series, making it easy to grab another title your child is sure to love!
Captain Awesome to the Rescue (Captain Awesome series) by Stan Kirby
Second grader, Eugene love comic books and superheroes so when he moves to a new school, he dusts off his own cape and his alter-ego Captain Awesome to find the class’ missing hamster!
The Curse of the Bologna Sandwich (Melvin Beederman series) by Greg Trine
Melvin Beederman may not be the best superhero around, but he’s committed to the job… that is, until his cape gets misplaced at the dry cleaner’s and he loses his superpowers! Will Melvin be able to race to the rescue, if he can’t fly?
Freddie Ramos Takes Off (Zapato Power series) by Jacqueline Jules
Freddie receives a mysterious package – inside? Zapato Power shoes that give Freddie super speed! Soon he’s zipping through the neighborhood using his powers for good.
Lunch Lady and the Cyborg Substitute (Lunch Lady series) by Jarrett Krosoczka
She’s a lunch lady by day, but she’s also a crime-fighting super hero! This mission –prevent all the popular teachers from being replaced by robots. Her high-tech lunchroom gadgets – a hairnet net, linguini lasso, and her fish stick nunchucks will help her save the day!
Super Amoeba (Squish series)by Jennifer L. Holm
Squish is navigating the difficult world of being a kid – school, home, friends and being a super hero all at the same time, especially because he’s only an amoeba! A fun series for both boys and girls in the graphic novel format.

 

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