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How to Be Super: The Violet Crown (Book One)

Part Five: The Tower

In which Dante and his new friends learn about the history of the Violet Crown, and meet their trainers: Lizzie — a kind college student, El Arma — a dynamic graffiti and hip-hop artist, Mona — a sweet older woman who seems to live on the street, and Bruce Donaldson — a long-haired and bearded old-school Austin musician.
36 MINUTES

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Sparkle Kitchen Sopapilla Cheese Cake
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How to Be Super: The Violet Crown (Book One)

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How to Be Super: The Violet Crown (Book One)

Part One: The Welcome Wall

When twelve year old Dante is struck by lightning, it begins a series of incredible events that will change his life forever.

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43 MINUTES
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How to Be Super: The Violet Crown (Book One)

Part Two: The Restaurant

When Dante's grandfather gifts him a week of 'wayfinding camp" for his birthday, Dante discovers that the camp is really about more than…

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23 MINUTES
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How to Be Super: The Violet Crown (Book One)

Part Three: The Museum

While visiting a museum on a school trip, Dante inquires about a painting of the Violet Crown, and is invited to a special…

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32 MINUTES
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