Love this graphic novel series. The scenes with Zodon had me laughing out loud. Very clever and fun. ( )

"With Liberty and Recess For All" is the first collection of PS238 comics by Aaron Williams. PS238 is a humor comic about a group of kids with superpowers (and one without) attending a boarding school for these "metahumans". It's a great idea, and Williams uses it well.

A number of the kids are rather obvious nods to existing superheroes (Superman, The Green Lantern, The Hulk, Sandman, etc) and I'm sure there's several I haven't noticed. Volume 1 has issues 0-5; after the basic introduction of the idea in "#0" (a series of shorter pamphlets), the first 3 issues are largely character introductions. This isn't to say they're not good - #4 and #5 are actually a bit weaker as issues.

Still, all of it is funny, and it doesn't actually lean heavily on superhero parody - much of the humor has other targets. Williams hasn't tapped into his longer storylines yet, so the drama and tension are a little lacking. The humor is plenty to carry it, however; PS238 is well worth reading, and you may as well start at the beginning. ( )

ps238 is such an excellent, pure, simple, entertaining, creative, funny, poignant, and impressive creation that it has been copied by many (including twice by Disney) and loved by just about everyone who gives it a try! Honestly, if you like graphic novels, super heroes, school yard nostalgia, humor, or just excellent characterization and stories, do yourself a favor and get a hold of this book! ( )

Elementry school can be rough. Add superpowers to the mix, and it can be downright difficult. This comic series explores the lives of budding superheros and the staff of veterens who are helping them learn to fly, lift heavy objects, multiply and divide, share their toys, and save the world.