Lowriders Blast from the Past
Description
Lowriders Blast from the Past by Cathy Camper, illustrated by Raúl the Third, is a fast, funny middle‑grade graphic novel about three new friends—Lupe, Flapjack, and Elirio—who stand up to bullies and find their crew in the world of lowrider cars. A heartwarming prequel in the beloved Lowriders series, it blends Spanish wordplay, car‑shop ingenuity, and big corazón.
Published by Chronicle Books, this installment earned the 2020 Eloise Jarvis McGraw Award for Children’s Literature (Oregon Book Awards) and delivers an upbeat story that celebrates friendship, creativity, and community.
Key Features
- Series: Lowriders (Book 3); graphic novel prequel.
- Creators: Story by Cathy Camper; art by Raúl the Third.
- Edition details: Paperback; 128 pages; Chronicle Books; publication date October 2, 2018.
- Audience: Ages 8–12 (Grades 4–7).
- ISBN‑13: 9781452163161.
Why Choose This Book
- High‑engagement: Quick panels, humor, and car‑culture details pull in reluctant readers.
- Culturally rich: Spanish/English wordplay and Mexican American lowrider traditions.
- Positive message: Friendship, anti‑bullying, and inclusive club culture.
Who It’s For Click or tap to expand
- Kids who love cars, comics, and fast‑moving stories (Ages 8–12).
- Families and libraries seeking bilingual‑friendly, high‑interest reads.
- Book clubs and community programs celebrating Latinx/Chicanx stories.
Key Themes Click or tap to expand
- Friendship and belonging; standing up to bullying
- Lowrider culture; tinkering and maker mindsets
- Spanish‑English wordplay; community pride
For Educators Click or tap to expand
- Course fit: ELA 4–7, Ethnic Studies, Library/Media, Art & Design (comics), STEM/Maker electives.
- Activities: Create a mini‑comic with bilingual captions; design a “dream lowrider” using simple machines vocab; anti‑bullying action plan.
- Pairings: Lowriders in Space (Book 1); Lowriders to the Center of the Earth (Book 2).
Lowriders Blast from the Past
Sale price$14.00 CAD
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Lowriders Blast from the Past
Sale price$14.00 CAD