Most superheroes have a memorable sidekick, like Robin who helps Batman or Superman’s pals Lois Lane and Jimmy Olson. For a craft project, make these Minions (the sidekicks in the “Despicable Me” films).
Arnold, Tedd. A PET FOR FLY GUY. In this picture book based on the popular easy reader series, Fly Guy looks for a sidekick.
Dillard, Sarah. EXTRAORDINARY WARREN: A SUPER CHICKEN. In this comic book-like tale for older storytime attendees, Warren and his sidekick Egg defeat a fox.
Gall, Chris. AWESOME DAWSON. Dawson is an awesome inventor but he needs the help of his friend Mooey to succeed.
Grey, Mini. TRACTION MAN AND THE BEACH ODYSSEY. Traction Man is helped by his sidekick Scrubbing Brush at the beach.
Pilutti. Deb. TEN RULES OF BEING A SUPERHERO. Sidekick Lava Boy narrates this list of rules on being part of a superhero team.
Scieszka, Jon. ROBOT ZOT! Fearless Robot Zot and his mechanical sidekick battle kitchen appliances.
Soman, David. THE AMAZING ADVENTURES OF BUMBLEBEE BOY. At first, Sam doesn’t want help from his little brother, but soon realizes he could use a sidekick!
Underwood, Deborah. HERE COMES THE TOOTH FAIRY CAT. The title character loses a tooth and gets a mouse as a sidekick.