A Superhero Like You – Dr Ranj picture book
A Superhero Like You is a picture book by Dr Ranj about children discovering everyday heroes who help others. It introduces roles including doctors, teachers, paramedics, scientists, recycling truck drivers and carers, with a focus on kindness and care.
At a glance
- Lily wants to be a real superhero who helps people, rather than one in a costume.
- The story features everyday jobs such as teaching, healthcare, science and recycling.
- The listing describes full-colour illustrations and identifies the book as a charity picture book.
Reference price: £7.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Presents a range of community and care-focused occupations through a child-centred story.
- The short 32-page length suits shared picture-book reading.
- The listing says 35p from every copy sold will go to NHS Charities Together.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Hodder Children's Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 12 Nov. 2020 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| Reading age | 2 - 5 years, from customers |
| Grade level | Pre-school - Reception |
| ISBN-10 | 144495900X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1444959000 |
| Dimensions | 23.8 x 0.41 x 24 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 162 g |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Families looking for a picture book about helping others and everyday occupations.
- Shared reading with young children, particularly those interested in real-life heroes.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a long-form story or a guide with detailed information about specific careers.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
84% 84% - 4 stars
12% 12% - 3 stars
3% 3% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
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Customer feedback is positive about the content, illustrations and story, with the description highlighting depictions of varied body types and skin colours and the focus on real-life heroes. This aligns with the book’s stated picture-book format and range of everyday occupations, which may appeal to families seeking an inclusive story about helping others. Aggregate ratings are also strongly weighted towards five-star feedback, though ratings alone do not explain individual opinions.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the content, illustrations and story.
- Feedback mentions illustrations showing varied body types and skin colours.
- Customers appreciate the focus on real-life superheroes.
Frequently asked questions
What is A Superhero Like You about?
Lily wants to become a real superhero who helps people. She meets people in jobs such as healthcare, teaching, science, recycling and caring.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 32 pages.
What age is it listed for?
The stated reading age is 2 - 5 years, from customers, and the grade level is Pre-school - Reception.
Does a purchase support a charity?
The listing states that 35p from every copy sold will go to NHS Charities Together.
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