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Arnold transforms into the mighty Super Saurus to outwit the villainous Zorgo, who has taken the form of Mr. Zachary, his kindergarten teacher. With daring plans and a roar that echoes through the classroom, the young hero believes no kindergarten can contain his superhero powers. Yet the true test comes when the battle of imagination meets everyday school life, forcing Super Saurus to realize that teamwork might be the greatest power of all.
Quick Summary
Arnold thinks he's a super-dinosaur named Super Saurus and has a secret plan to outwit the evil genius Zorgo, who's disguised as the teacher Mr. Zachary, because he's convinced that no kindergarten in the universe can contain his awesomeness. The story follows Arnold as he uses dinosaur-strength imagination to tackle the ordinary chaos of a kindergarten day snack time, story time, nap time while keeping an eye on Zorgo's goofy schemes. It's a short, fast-paced read that mixes superhero antics with the relatable nervousness of a first school day, and the humor is goofy enough that even kids who usually avoid books will want to turn the page. Parents will appreciate that the "villain" is more goofy than scary, and the message about using creativity to deal with everyday challenges comes through without being preachy. If your child loves dinosaurs and superheroes, they'll probably also enjoy Jane Yolen's *How Do Dinosaurs Go to School?*, which has the same playful dinosaur-in-school vibe.