Lunch Lady and the Video Game Villain

Lunch Lady #9

by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

From the author of National Book Award finalist  Hey, Kiddo .

The race is on for a new student council president, and the Breakfast Bunch is rallying for Hector! The competition is already heavy, but the race heats up when school security is at student and staff high-tech gadgets are disappearing left and right. Whoever the culprit is, this is one stealthy thief—and the school is so busy with the election that he gets away with it every time. Luckily some of Lunch Lady's own culinary gadgets have eluded the crook, but will they be enough to catch this sticky-fingered bandit? And will Hector be able to pull off a victory?

Genres: Graphic Novels, Humor, Middle Grade, Comics, Childrens, Graphic Novels Comics, Mystery

96 pages, Paperback

First published April 9, 2013

About the author

Jarrett J. Krosoczka, known since boyhood as "JJK," is the New York Times bestselling author/illustrator behind more than forty books for young readers, including his wildly popular Lunch Lady graphic novels, select volumes of the Star Wars™: Jedi Academy series, and Hey, Kiddo, which was a National Book Award Finalist. Krosoczka creates books with humor, heart, and deep respect for his young readers—qualities that have made his titles perennial favorites on the bookshelves of homes, libraries, and bookstores over the past twenty years.

In addition to his work in print, Krosoczka produced, directed, and performed in the full-cast audiobook adaptations of his graphic novels. The Hey, Kidoo audiobook garnered both Audie and Odyssey Awards for excellence in audiobook production. The Lunch Lady audiobook cast is led by Kate Flannery (The Office) and is rounded out by famed audiobook narrators and real kid actors! Krosoczka has been a guest on NPR's Fresh Air with Terry Gross, has been profiled in The New York Times, was featured on Good Morning America, and has delivered three TED Talks, which have accrued millions of views online. Krosoczka has garnered millions of more views online via the tutorials he has produced for YouTube and TikTok. As well as working on his books' film and television adaptions, Krosoczka has also written for The Snoopy Show (Apple TV+) and served as a consultant for Creative Galaxy (Prime Video), and appeared in live segments for the show.

Realizing that his books can inspire young readers beyond the page, Krosoczka founded School Lunch Hero Day, a national campaign celebrating school lunch staff. A consummate advocate for arts education, Krosoczka also established the Joseph and Shirley Krosoczka Memorial Youth Scholarships, which fund art classes for underprivileged children in his hometown of Worcester, Massachusetts.

Krosoczka lives in western Massachusetts with his spouse, their three children, pugs Ralph and Frank, and a French bulldog named Bella Carmella.

Reviews

[Samantha · Rating 4 out of 5]

High-tech gadgets have been disappearing right and left, the race is on in the student class president election, and a new superintendent plans to trim the fat by cutting programs in this 9th book in the Lunch Lady series of comics.

Hector from the Breakfast Bunch is running against Chris Milmoe, a popular jock, but manages to amass quite a following, especially after a successful interview for the school paper's podcast. But when Hector's gaming skills are called upon to defeat the villain who's been stealing everyone's tech gadgets he has to make a quick exit from the debate, which secures Milmoe's victory in the election.

The villain was a little lame in this book, but the election and superintendant storytlines were great and deserved a stronger focus. As usual readers are left with a cliffhanger of an ending wondering whether or not this is the end of Lunch Lady!

Recommended for boys and girls grades 3-5.

[Shelli · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lunch Lady is back with some returning villains making cameo appearance as well. Electronic devices are going missing all over town and Lunch Lady is on the case. Can she find the thief and get the cafeteria ready for inspection for the new school superintendent?

Warning! This book ends with a cliff hanger! Can't wait to see how it all pans out in Lunch Lady #10.

[Sarah Sammis · Rating 4 out of 5]

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[Anthony · Rating 3 out of 5]

The race for student council president is underway, the new superintendent is stopping by for a visit and inspection, and there has been a rash of electronic and technology thefts in the school. Lunch Lady is out to bust the thieves, and prepare the lunchroom for the big inspection...meanwhile the Breakfast Bunch spot an old nemesis from the past. It looks like trouble from every angle

[Alexis H · Rating 3 out of 5]

eh..

[Nancy Kotkin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Story: 4 stars
Art: 4 stars

Fun graphic novel series for chapter book readers. Lunch Lady and her sidekick, Betty, are a secret crime-fighting duo that serve up breakfast, lunch, and justice. There is a group of three elementary school kids (two boys and one girl) who help Lunch Lady and Betty on their superhero missions. Lunch Lady's ninja skills are complemented by Betty's tech acumen. My favorite part are all the souped-up cooking utensils and food-related gadgets that Betty invents, which are then used to capture the bad guys.

For the same age group as readers of the Babymouse and Salem Hyde graphic novel series, but the Lunch Lady series has wider appeal to both genders. Nothing deep here, but good entertainment value when kids need a break from more serious reading and studying. Especially well-suited to build reading confidence for reluctant readers.

Not a lot of detail in the drawing. This more iconic style, along with large panels, makes these graphic novels easy to read. Color palette is restricted to black, white, and yellow for all books in the series. I wish the creator had chosen a more contrasting color than yellow, but it works well for the apron and gloves of Lunch Lady's outfit.

In this ninth book of the Lunch Lady series, Lunch Lady and her helpers must figure out why all the student's and faculty's technology is disappearing. As a subplot, Hector runs for President of Thompson Brook School, against his nemesis, Milmoe. And the League of Librarians makes a brief reappearance.

[Holly Letson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hector is running for Class President against the school bully, Milmoe, and doesn't believe he has a chance at all of ever winning. But, his friends are there, encouraging him and helping him along in the race. Later on, even though Hector doesn't win, even Milmoe tells him that he ran a good campaign.

Unfortunately, tech gadgets have been disappearing from everyone in the school, and that trail of burnt wiring leads straight to the school's technology expert, Mr. Computo. He's feeding them all to his pet, a supercomputer, and only Lunch Lady and Hector can save the day...by playing Hector's PSP game! But, that costs Hector the election as well.

Later, the new superintendant visits the school, and decides to end the lunch program, leaving only vending machines for the children to have lunch from.

What will happen next?

[Diane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hector is running for class president against Chris Milmoe. And while Milmoe tries to buy votes with "pizza propaganda", Hector decides "we all deserve a safe, happy school." With the slogan, "Vote for Hector, he'll be your protector!", he starts to gain voter support. Especially as tech gadgets continue to disappear all over the school. Holy guacamole! This looks like another job for Lunch Lady. She immediately sets a trap for the tech thief to discover the identity of the thief. But when she follows the thief to his lair, she is caught in a trap as well, sucked into a video game. She needs Hector's help, but can he miss the candidate speeches and still win the election?

Another fun installment.

[Tony Keefer · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the Lunch Lady books. I was the lucky winner of #9 at the Dublin Literacy Conference (big fun) I don't want to give too much away but there is a mystery afoot when tech gadgets appear to be stolen right from under the noses of many of the characters and a new Superintendent is suggesting a shocking change to life at Thomas Brook Elementary. As always the story and art were laced with humor that adults like me and most middle grade students will love.

[Jess · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was the most surprising to me. I was just shocked talk about a cliffhanger. I mean I was shocked that they went through so many amazing adventures then Boom! Your left with a cliff hanger! This book made me appreciate the fact that hector mad a sacrifice. He gave up his chance to become the school president. That was my favorite part in this book. This was a great addition to this series.

[Nancy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Student council president. That is what Hector is hoping for. The race is going to be tough but the Breakfast Bunch believes that Hector can pull this off. But in the midst of the campaigning, there is mystery afoot. Someone is stealing computer gadgets from students and staff. Can the kids find the thief and win the election?

[Katarina Miller · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has a really captivating storyline and illustrations that hold the reader's attention. I think kids would really enjoy this book because of the relatable material of school and the technology. There is also a emphasis on friendship and taking sides during events such as a class presidential election.

[Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

All the high-tech gadgets at Thompson brook school are coming up missing. Lunch Lady and Betty begin investigating, along with the Breakfast Bunch. Meanwhile, Hector is running for student council president against Milmoe. Hector's campaign goes awry when he has to help save Lunch Lady so she can save the day.

[Idrishia Curnal · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think the book was cool because the lunch lady had a secret that she fights crime. The kids at her school had figured it out but never told any body because they knew the lunch lady wanted to keep it a secret. At the end they ended up helping her fight with there ability to distract the bad guys.

[Wendy Garland · Rating 4 out of 5]

High-tech gadgets are disappearing from school. Leave it to the Lunch Lady to investigate. Will she be able to catch the thief before her gadgets disappear? Thanks to Jarrett Krosoczka @studiojjk for this copy from a Twitter raffle. The waiting list to read it grows every day!

[The Styling Librarian · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lunch Lady and the Video Game Villain by Jarrett J. Krosoczka – Loved reading this new Lunch Lady. Warning: there is a cliffhanger that will leave you hanging for the next book release and quite possibly yelling at Jarrett for leaving you hanging…

[Jon Nakapalau · Rating 5 out of 5]

It is so much fun to read to young kids and see them get excited about reading on their own. This is a fun book that has a positive message.

[Ellen Zarate · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have a library friend who brings me a different Lunch Lady book each week. Fun and funny, like the others!

[Chris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Totally fun and amusing!

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was the first one with a cliffhanger! It had multiple story arcs, which probably explains why there is a cliffhanger. I always liked how previous story's new gadgets (from Betty) show up, but Krosoczka went a step further in this story by bringing back or alluding to previous villains. I did feel like a panel was missing during the class presidential debate, which was confusing.

[Brandon · Rating 3 out of 5]

This entry in the series was not as imaginative or interesting as others in the series, but was still a fun read. I just wish more had been done to develop the villain and that the climax was more meaningful (or just longer in general). I can see others shared my opinion based on the lower ratings for this book.

[Debbie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lunch Lady, book 9.

For fans of Captain Underpants who suspect that their school lunch lady just might be a secret superhero.

Someone is stealing electronic devices and budget cuts might be coming from the new superintendent. This could be the end of Lunch Lady.

[Katie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Everyone’s technology is slowly disappearing. And the Tech teacher seems suspicious. Add in that a new Superintendent is on her way to visit the school, and It’s time for School President elections....what could go wrong?

This series never disappoints!!

[Cris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lunch Lady v9

Hector runs for class president and the rest of the Breakfast Bunch assist him. Meanwhile electronics at school are disappearing like crazy. Hopefully Lunch Lady can save the day!

[Arman Waggoner]

I liked it, the art design reminds me of Pepper Ann and my Mom says Lunch Lady reminds of My Granny and to me she reminds of the Kids next Door and a human Perry the Platypus that talks. And Cool Video Game Scene(s), I like Video Game Stories.🎮

[Thaz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lunch lady saves the day again by busting a rampant tech stealer in the school. Meanwhile, hector runs for school president and loses to Millie. In a turn of events, this book ends on a cliff hanger.

I really enjoyed the book and can’t wait to read the rest :)

[Azra's Book Corner · Rating 5 out of 5]

love it but it leaves you with a question what's going to happen next with no lunch lady???

[Mary T · Rating 3 out of 5]

I've read several in this series. I don't know if I'm tiring of them or if this one really wasn't as good as some of the others I've read.

[Adan · Rating 5 out of 5]

its was really good i didn't know there was other series so i didn't know how the characters type

[Emili]

My family and I got into this series based on a recommendation from our neighbor. They are fun, entertaining and zany!