Book Review: Hidden Talents, by David Lubar

Probably my favorite choice for struggling or disengaged students

Really, Hidden Talents is a great read for just about anyone — it’s probably targeted at 4th-8th graders, but I know plenty of adults who have enjoyed this book about reform school “misfits” who discover hidden powers just as much as their children.

There are lots of other people here posting reviews that go into detail about why this is such a great book in general. The main reason I wanted to post a review was to point out that I’ve found this book to be an AMAZING choice for 6th-8th graders (especially boys) who are struggling in school academically and/or socially, who are starting to feel “burnt out” on school, or who aren’t usually able to enjoy reading. This book has done such a good job getting students like this that I’ve know to be actually excited about reading something that it has really been amazing.

I just keep hoping they will come out with a manga series based on these books. That would be even beyond amazing.