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Supertato: Despicable Bean

By Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet

Part of the Supertato series

A sunny getaway turns dangerous when Supertato discovers Pam isn’t quite what she seems.

exciting humorous adventurous engaging

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Average score: 4.67

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What does the Pageticker team say about Supertato: Despicable Bean?

There's a colourful, silly energy to this Supertato adventure, which combines superhero action, vegetable wordplay and the excitement of a holiday gone wrong. Its themes of teamwork, courage and staying alert to danger make it a lively read-aloud choice for children aged 2–7.

Genres

Adventure Humour Friendship/Family

What is Supertato: Despicable Bean about?

It's night-time in the supermarket, and the veggies are roasting! To cool down, they plan a holiday. But when friendly holiday planner Pam turns out to be more than she seems, Supertato and his friends find themselves in serious danger. Can they escape and finally enjoy their getaway? The heat is on!

About the author

Sue Hendra is a much-loved author and illustrator who creates fun and colourful books for children. She is best known for her story 'Supertato', about a superhero potato who saves the day in the supermarket. Sue’s stories are full of silly adventures and friendly characters that make reading exciting and enjoyable!

Discussion ideas around Supertato: Despicable Bean

A surprising holiday: Why do you think the vegetables are so excited about going away, and what would make your perfect holiday?

Who can we trust?: What clues might help Supertato and his friends decide whether Pam is really being helpful?

Working together: How do the vegetables help one another, and what can a team do that one character might not manage alone?

Bravery and danger: What does being brave mean in this story, and can someone feel frightened while still being brave?

Food with personalities: Which vegetable would make the best superhero, holiday planner or troublemaker, and why?

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2026

First published

2026

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