Hilo: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth

    Hilo: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth

    by Judd Winick

    Ages 6-122015
    Middle Grade

    Hilo is a mysterious robot boy who crashes to Earth and befriends D.J., a quiet kid who feels invisible at school, and Gina, an ambitious overachiever. Together they must stop other robots from destroying Earth while Hilo tries to recover his lost memories. The story explores themes of friendship, belonging, and finding your place in the world, with D.J.'s character representing those who struggle with self-confidence and feeling overlooked.

    2015Published
    Genres: Graphic Novel, Science Fiction, Adventure, Humor, Friendship

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    Family, Friendship & Community
    Frequent
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    Frequent
    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    Moderate
    Romantic or Mature Themes
    Minimal
    Social or Historical Topics
    Minimal
    Gender Identity Topics
    None
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    None

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