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By Joly Herman
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Spirited graphic novel is info rich, culturally relevant.
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What's the Story?
In GABBY TORRES GETS A BILLION FOLLOWERS, fourth grader Gabby is excited to have been invited to join the Sea Musketeers, a club for kids who love oceans that was founded by idol Stella Diaz. She's one of the youngest members of the group and sometimes feels that the other kids don't take her seriously. When she offers to create a social media page for the club to help the group gain more exposure, she finds that she might have bitten off more than she can chew. How will Gabby manage something that's more daunting than she has anticipated?
Is It Any Good?
Catchy like a jingle, this effort by bestselling author-illustrator Angela Dominguez explores issues of integrity, internet safety, cultural heritage, and activism. Gabby Torres Gets a Billion Followers is narrated by a feisty, incredibly likable main character who learns lessons despite herself. It's a colorful hybrid graphic novel with enough educational content to merit a second read. The first in a series, this book is good for both chapter-book graduates and early middle-grade readers. Parents will appreciate the patient, involved role modeling that Gabby's supportive family provides.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about communication in Gabby Torres Gets a Billion Followers. What choices does Gabby have when reading reviews on the internet? What does it mean to take something personally?
Gabby's parents talk about internet safety with her before allowing her to use social media. What were their thoughts? Here are some myths and truths about social media that can help clarify your questions.
Integrity sometimes means saying that you're sorry. How does Gabby show that she has integrity in this book?
Book Details
- Author :
- Illustrator : Angela Dominguez
- Genre : Graphic Novel
- Topics : Activism , Cooking , Arts , Friendship , School ( Middle School ) , Animals ( Ocean Creatures )
- Character Strengths : Communication , Integrity , Teamwork
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Roaring Brook Press
- Publication date : January 14, 2025
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 6 - 9
- Number of pages : 160
- Available on : Paperback, Nook, Hardback, Apple Books, Kindle
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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