Anthony Mackie Is Captain America®

From the Set The Human Behind the Hero

Marvel comics have a long tradition of a new person taking up the mantle of a superhero who has passed away or retired. In following with this tradition, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has introduced a new Captain America, Sam Wilson, or the superhero previously known as Falcon. Played by Anthony Mackie, the new Captain America will be an integral part of the MCU's next steps. How did Mackie go from being a supporting character to a main one? This book takes readers through his journey, highlighting Mackie's preparation and belief in the importance of elevating a Black actor to be Captain America.

Format List Price Your Price Qty
$28.27 $21.20
Interest Level Grade 3 - Grade 6
Reading Level Grade 1
Dewey Number 791.43
Lexile
ATOS Reading Level
Guided Reading Level J
Language English
Publisher Gareth Stevens
Format Reinforced book
ISBN 9781538283738
Copyright 2023
Number of Pages 32
Dimensions 6.5 x 9.125
Graphics Full-color photographs

SLJ Review of Human Behind the Hero

Young fans of superhero movies will learn some facts about their favorite actors in the various heroic roles. Anthony Mackie is a Julliard graduate who originally portrayed “The Falcon” in other movies, Brec Bassinger was in beauty pageants, and Elizabeth Olsen was a good student as well as the younger sister of the Olsen twins. Jason Momoa’s first job was on Baywatch, Simu Liu was a failed accountant who turned to acting, and Tatiana Maslany won an Emmy award for Orphan Black. Eventually all the actors achieve and embrace their current roles. The texts are simple and direct but appropriately informative for the targeted readers. The photographs alone will entice the subjects’ loyal following. VERDICT Fans anxious for information about the actors portraying their favorite fictional characters will greatly appreciate these titles and selectors should consider where there is demand.

Author: Kristen Rajczak Nelson