Marcus Makes a Movie

This book is based upon the title character of Marcus. He’s been drawing his own comic of his self-created superhero - Toothpick and he is faced with the opportunity (along with the obstacles) to turn his Toothpick comic into a MOVIE. Marcus runs into one roadblock after another as he learns exactly what goes into making a movie (due in no small part to a film class for which he signed up). Marcus faces the emotional and physical tolls of making the movie while wanting to honor his deceased mother. The book is aimed at telling kids that they can accomplish anything they set their minds to doing. Hart, through the character of Marcus, shows that it’s OK to get upset when the obstacles seem insurmountable but, not to just wallow in misery. It’s also important to...figure it out. Marcus gets numerous lessons on HOW to figure it out. In doing so, he sends an important message to his target reading audience (which according to the publisher is Middle Grades 8 - 12). A few adults could benefit from the reminder as well. This one is definitely a SMASH!

My students have enjoyed ready the book. It is also a great way to introduce them to the work of writing properly. It talks about redoing drafts and putting in effort to rewrite a draft. It also uses their vernacular. Next year, we will be ready the book at the beginning of the year. Thank you for the great book.

Marcus Makes a MovieSo don’t wanna be a book spoiler definitely got the book because my son likes Captain underpants. I thought it was super cool too because he is a big fan of Kevin Hart. He really enjoys reading the book reciting different things he has read. I can often catch him laughing from what he has read and even explain to me what he’s read and so I can enjoy a laugh with him. I find that he likes to go to our patio and read this particular book and just explore his imagination. So, I would say that this book is definitely a five out of five, especially since my son whom is 10 years old really does not like to read often, so I have to find books that will grasp his attention. I mean he is literally in love with the book. He’s always reading the book and for that I really do appreciate the art of this book. We will be purchasing the other books to form a collection.

Gifted

Good of Elementary students however it needs more pictures. Kids like pictures the they can relate the story too. Although they imagine comes into play for some stories it is hard for them to imagine.

The media could not be loaded. This Book is by far the Funniest Book I've ever Read, and the Fact that my son finished this Book, say's it all. This book is Worth it.

This book is great for middle school students who know they can do whatever they put their mind to do. I liked the famous people's names which were transposed but you could tell who they were supposed to be.

I purchased this book to read to my son before bed. He loved it. My sons six so I wasn’t sure how well he would enjoy a chapter book. He was very entertained by the characters (especially the main character Marcus). He enjoyed the story and looked forward to me reading it every night.It’s great that he got to experience friendship, creativity, teamwork and learn about how movies are made. We look forward to reading part 2.

A great book my kids really enjoyed it

I was so immersed in the plot. The story, makes the reader; believe they can achieve anything, if they put their mind to it. I myself am a writer. Author of ‘Tarak’s Dust of Desire’. Therefore - it was fantastic to swoop into Kevin’s world. Or, shall I say Marcus’? Lol.Nonetheless. Brilliant read & real fun for younger readers, as the illustrations are fantastic too.Five star review from me.Hats off to you Kev; keep inspiring King.