Book Information
- Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
- Publication Date: 21 September 2015
- Copyright Year: 2015
- ISBN: 9781459409590
- Page Count: 112
- Dimensions: 5" x 7.75"
- Interest ages: 8-12
- Reading level: Grade 2
Purchasing Information
Alex vs. the Four-Headed Gargantuan
by Laura Peetoom
illustrated by Kevin Frank
Alex gets a paper route, dreaming of the money he will make and how he will spend it. But it's more work than he bargained for. Not only does he have to figure out how much money he gets to keep, but he also has to face dangers like the savage Yapper Snapper and the dreaded Four-Headed Gargantuan.
Illustrated comic-book-style with the adventures of Alex's superhero alter ego, this book shows how Alex learns that his real riches are courage and kindness.
About the Authors

Laura Peetoom
LAURA PEETOOM has written about mermaids, maps, and many other subjects. In addition to being the author of several books for children and young adults, Laura has worked extensively as an editor. She lives in Markham, Ontario.
KEVIN FRANK is an internationally syndicated, award-winning cartoonist and illustrator. He lives in Lindsay, Ontario.
Reviews
While the drawing of the "gargantuan" is a bit odd, I liked the other illustrations. The text is simple enough for struggling or emergent readers, and the story a solid one filled with supportive parents and neighbors, new experiences, and a bit of fun along the way."
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