Mighty Meg and the Magical Ring by Sammy Griffin

 

Book 1 is an action packed introduction to this series. It would be hard to read Book 1 without getting hooked and wanting more of Mighty Meg. Meg is turning eight and things are about to get interesting. She receives a magical ring from her aunt that gives Meg superpowers. 

Here are a couple things I like about the book:

1. This series has a relatable main character. I really like the contrast the author creates in Meg´s personality. She is shy, yet brave. This first book is about how she gets her super powers, and decides to use them. I feel like there will be a lot of growth through the series as she becomes who she is meant to be.   

2. The reading level is a little higher than some of the other books I have suggested so far, however with a bit of a higher level comes some really great vocabulary. There are some words you may have to define for your young reader, for example relented. Also with a bit of a higher level comes more figurative language. Sammy Griffin uses metaphor and simile to begin this character and story to life. 

3. Another chapter book full of awesome illustrations to not only add to the exciting story, but also help readers with comprehension and decoding. 

4. I love a book that opens a door to something students may not have had experience with. For example, Aunt Nikki´s adventure. In the book, Meg´s aunt Nikki is recently back from a scientific dig in Sweden. She tells Meg about finding an ancient viking burial ground, and uncovering a female viking warrior. 

I would recommend this series for students who like superhero books/comics and action. I´m actually excited to read about Meg´s next adventure.