About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is struggling to navigate a rift in a friendship or a 'sides-taking' conflict on the playground. It speaks directly to the reality that two good people can have a fundamental disagreement, even when they both want to do the right thing. While the surface is all action and super-suits, the underlying heartbeat is about the pain of fighting with someone you care about. Adapted for early readers from the major motion picture, this graphic reader follows Captain America and Iron Man as their different perspectives on safety and freedom lead to an inevitable clash. It provides a safe, metaphorical space for children to explore complex themes like loyalty, fairness, and the frustration that comes when a team splits apart. Parents will appreciate using familiar heroes to model that 'winning' a fight often feels like losing a friend.
