Captain Awesome to the Rescue! by Stan Kirby

Kirby, Stan. Captain Awesome to the Rescue! New York: Little Simon, 2012. 128p.

Eight-year-old Eugene McGillicudy is starting a new school. An avid reader of Super Dude comics, Eugene becomes a superhero of his own- Captain Awesome! Captain Awesome saves his bedroom from Queen Stinkypants (his baby sister) and helps his new teacher by rescuing a stolen class pet hamster, Turbo. Along the way, Eugene and his alter-ego also learn how to make friends and survive the big transition to a new town. 

Funny text supported by comedic illustrations will make this series a great choice for reluctant readers, comic book fans and anyone who has ever dreamed of becoming a superhero!