Hollywood Here I Come!

captivating · inspirational · historical · vivid

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Hollywood Here I Come! packs a lot into its bright, fast-moving panels: acrobatics, early cinema, family separation and a wonderfully determined heroine. Franciszka’s journey is exciting and hopeful, though some of the historical danger and uncertainty may be best enjoyed with a grown-up nearby for a chat; a great choice for confident young readers who like their stories with plenty of zip.

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What is Hollywood Here I Come! about?

In 1920s Hollywood, a young Polish immigrant embarks on a thrilling journey to reunite with her family. Along the way, she encounters early cinema legends and unexpectedly launches a dazzling film career. This action-packed graphic novel brings history to life with vivid illustrations and an inspiring tale of perseverance and dreams.

Discussion ideas around Hollywood Here I Come!

Franciszka’s courage: What helps Franciszka keep going when she is separated from her family, and which of her actions show the most courage?

Finding a new family: Franciszka meets people who help her along the way. What makes someone feel like part of a family, even when they are not related?

Dreams and hard work: Franciszka dreams of a life in films. How does she turn her skills and determination into new opportunities?

Old Hollywood: What do the pictures and story suggest about what Hollywood was like in the 1920s, and how might it be different from Hollywood today?

Reading pictures: Choose a page where the illustrations tell us something the words do not. What extra clues do the pictures give about the characters or action?