JULIEN J’s frustrating evening takes an extraordinary turn when BLUEBULLET, his favorite comic book superhero, pays him a surprise visit.
After a long day filled with school and homework, Julien immerses himself in the latest adventures of Bluebullet, his favorite comic book. His evening reading retreat goes awry when the neighborhood crow starts incessantly cackling. He attempts to drown the noise but finds himself interrupted again. This time it’s by a group of sneezing, buzzing bees. Julien’s exasperation balloons inside him. Determined to finish, he sticks his nose back into his book. His efforts are finally thwarted by additional creatures, now all simultaneously ruining his day. This unwelcome commotion unfolds while Bluebullet is at a crucial moment in his battle! The cacophony of noises derail his experience and sends him into a fit of rage. Julien screams at the top of his lungs - so loudly, that it summons Bluebullet himself, who swoops down from the sky, ready to help! Julien’s anger would become the catalyst for a profound learning experience. Bluebullet is a wise, seasoned hero who imparts pivotal guidance to Julien. At this moment, Julien learns to maintain his peace of mind even when confronted with adversity.
JULIEN J’s frustrating evening takes an extraordinary turn when BLUEBULLET, his favorite comic book superhero, pays him a surprise visit.
After a long day filled with school and homework, Julien immerses himself in the latest adventures of Bluebullet, his favorite comic book. His evening reading retreat goes awry when the neighborhood crow starts incessantly cackling. He attempts to drown the noise but finds himself interrupted again. This time it’s by a group of sneezing, buzzing bees. Julien’s exasperation balloons inside him. Determined to finish, he sticks his nose back into his book. His efforts are finally thwarted by additional creatures, now all simultaneously ruining his day. This unwelcome commotion unfolds while Bluebullet is at a crucial moment in his battle! The cacophony of noises derail his experience and sends him into a fit of rage. Julien screams at the top of his lungs - so loudly, that it summons Bluebullet himself, who swoops down from the sky, ready to help! Julien’s anger would become the catalyst for a profound learning experience. Bluebullet is a wise, seasoned hero who imparts pivotal guidance to Julien. At this moment, Julien learns to maintain his peace of mind even when confronted with adversity.
What a marvelous, simply fantastic cover! I loved the superhero shadow positioned behind Julien.Â
The story itself was extraordinary too. It's about a boy named Julien who only wants to sit down and read a book, but things keep distracting him. With each new distraction, he becomes angrier and angrier.Â
Sneezing bees, cackling crows, and a pig cooking—out of these three unwelcomed guests, children will love the pig who cooks and dances a jig simultaneously the most (IMHO).Â
Shrieks and Sounds and Things Abound: The Quiet Wants of Julien J.Â
by Dr. Drew Palacio teaches children the importance of NOT allowing your anger to rule you. It'll be challenging, but, as Bluebullet said, try your best.
Everyone gets angry at some point, especially young children. When they experience anger building inside them, read them this story and help them implement the helpful suggestions by Bluebullet, comic book hero.
To Apolline Etienne (Illustrator), your drawing of Bluebullet was brilliant. I hope Dr. Drew Palacio (Author) creates adventures solely centered around him so I can see more of your super creations.Â
After your family or classroom finish Shrieks and Sounds and Things Abound: The Quiet Wants of Julien J., discuss how your child and students handle their anger. Maybe make a list of the best and worst ways to deal with annoying, infuriating situations.Â