Book description
Max has a loved one currently on a military deployment. Or so she thought.
During a class assembly, Max gets some strong "Super Max" vibes. A special visitor has arrived at the school, and all eyes are now staring at her.
Why is everyone looking at her, and who is…
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Why read it?
1 author picked Super Max's Hero Surprise as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This book is a great reminder of the sacrifices that military families make for our country. I know all too well that the cycle of deployment is extremely emotional.
Dr. Robyn creates empathy for the rollercoaster of emotions that military-connected children endure during deployment. Super Max’s Hero Surprise is one of the few moments that are often televised about military life. It brings tears from everyone within sight (online or in-person) who witnesses the powerful and emotional moment of seeing a loved one after an extended period of time.
I recommended this book because it captures the strength of family…
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