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Hulk Teach
A hilarious original series filled with comics, mischief, and misadventure starring the Hulk! From the mind of New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Jeffrey Brown.
Bruce Banner, AKA the Hulk, is a genius scientist and super hero whose rage-outs have led him to damage way too much public property. After his latest meltdown, Tony Stark arranges a PR move to smooth things over. Hulk will perform community service--by teaching. Can Banner make it through the school year without destroying everything? And can middle school kids really learn anything when the HULK is their teacher?
This all-new middle grade story told through comics, journal entries, doodles, newspaper clippings, spot-illustrations, and two-color artwork offers a laugh-out-loud take on middle school. It ain't easy being green.
Bruce Banner, AKA the Hulk, is a genius scientist and super hero whose rage-outs have led him to damage way too much public property. After his latest meltdown, Tony Stark arranges a PR move to smooth things over. Hulk will perform community service--by teaching. Can Banner make it through the school year without destroying everything? And can middle school kids really learn anything when the HULK is their teacher?
This all-new middle grade story told through comics, journal entries, doodles, newspaper clippings, spot-illustrations, and two-color artwork offers a laugh-out-loud take on middle school. It ain't easy being green.
160 pages, Paperback
Published August 5, 2025
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About the author
Jeffrey Brown
189 books1,385 followersJeffrey Brown was born in 1975 in Grand Rapids, Michigan and grew up reading comic books with dreams of someday drawing them, only to abandon them and focus on becoming a 'fine artist.' While earning his MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Brown abandoned painting and began drawing comics with his first autobiographical book 'Clumsy' in 2001. Since then he's drawn a dozen books for publishers including TopShelf, Fantagraphics, Drawn & Quarterly, McSweeney's and Chronicle Books. Simon & Schuster published his latest graphic memoir 'Funny Misshapen Body.' In addition to directing an animated video for the band Death Cab For Cutie, Brown has had his work featured on NPR's 'This American Life' His art has been shown at galleries in New York, San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles and Paris. Jeffrey's work has also appeared in the Best American Comics series and received the Ignatz Award in 2003 for 'Outstanding Minicomic.'
He currently lives in Chicago with his wife Jennifer and their son Oscar.
He currently lives in Chicago with his wife Jennifer and their son Oscar.
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December 30, 2025
Cute, fun, and fast.
May 15, 2025
In my opinion, this book would be really good for ages 9 and under. You would like this book if you like comics in general, but the book isn’t all about avengers, and actually the only time throughout the boom that they fully show up for about 10 pages is around the end when the students teach the avengers. You wouldn’t necessarily like the book if you like superheroes, but it’s a good comic read for most kids. This author is the same person who wrote the series Jedi Academy, and you might like the book if you have read this other series about Star Wars. This book is mostly boring throughout the book but I gave it an edge just because the book probably took a lot of time and effort. I also really like the illustrations, and the pictures look the same as the Jedi Academy series pictures. I didn’t even look at the author before I looked inside the book but when I opened it and looked at the illustrations, I immediately knew it was the author.
August 21, 2025
I’d expect this to be a five star book for a reader in the target age range. I greatly enjoyed it as a parent of grown nerds
April 12, 2025
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Dr. Bruce Banner is put on probation from the Avengers and is sent to be a middle school science teacher with no preparation. He is placed in a class with only eight students who are all a bit problematic. He has some trouble making it through lessons without getting angry and "hulking out", but this amuses his students. He gets some help from the school librarian, and also learns his lesson that graphic novels are just as good as other books, despite what the cranky teacher in a hat thinks. State tests are approaching, and it's crucial that Dr. Banner's students do well, but he's worried that he hasn't been able to prepare them.
Readers who like Brown's work, and are invested in the Marvel Universe will like this one. It feels a bit like Angelberger's Origami Yoda books. I'm not a huge fan of Brown's Star Wars books, or his Lucy and Neanderthal series, and looking critically at the book formatting, I think I've figured out why. Brown's lines in the pictures and text are very thick, which makes the text very large. Sometimes, half of the frame is text, and since the lines are also thick on the pictures, it's hard to see many details. The pages seem very crowded. I thought at first that the text could have been edited to be shorter, but I think that if the text were smaller and the pages were larger, these books wouldn't look as visually cluttered. My struggling readers have trouble navigating these titles, and I think this is why.
That said, kids obsessed with Star Wars or Marvel tend to be strong readers, so it shouldn't be a problem.
Dr. Bruce Banner is put on probation from the Avengers and is sent to be a middle school science teacher with no preparation. He is placed in a class with only eight students who are all a bit problematic. He has some trouble making it through lessons without getting angry and "hulking out", but this amuses his students. He gets some help from the school librarian, and also learns his lesson that graphic novels are just as good as other books, despite what the cranky teacher in a hat thinks. State tests are approaching, and it's crucial that Dr. Banner's students do well, but he's worried that he hasn't been able to prepare them.
Readers who like Brown's work, and are invested in the Marvel Universe will like this one. It feels a bit like Angelberger's Origami Yoda books. I'm not a huge fan of Brown's Star Wars books, or his Lucy and Neanderthal series, and looking critically at the book formatting, I think I've figured out why. Brown's lines in the pictures and text are very thick, which makes the text very large. Sometimes, half of the frame is text, and since the lines are also thick on the pictures, it's hard to see many details. The pages seem very crowded. I thought at first that the text could have been edited to be shorter, but I think that if the text were smaller and the pages were larger, these books wouldn't look as visually cluttered. My struggling readers have trouble navigating these titles, and I think this is why.
That said, kids obsessed with Star Wars or Marvel tend to be strong readers, so it shouldn't be a problem.
July 9, 2025
📚Book Review…Hulk Teach! by Jeffrey Brown is a smashing good time for readers of all ages!
If you've ever wondered what it would be like if the Hulk tried to survive middle school not as a student, but as the teacher Hulk Teach! by Jeffrey Brown is your answer. And yes, it’s just as chaotic, hilarious, and heartwarming as it sounds.
After one too many Hulk-smash incidents, Bruce Banner gets sentenced to the ultimate form of punishment: community service as a middle school teacher. Yep, that Hulk, in that school setting. What could possibly go wrong? Spoiler: a lot!
Told through a zany mix of comics, doodles, journal entries, and more, this story is Diary of a Wimpy Kid meets Marvel mayhem. Kids will love the funny mishaps and wild classroom moments like Hulk trying to control his temper while grading homework or hosting a science fair. Grown-up readers will appreciate the clever commentary on school life and superhero fame.
Jeffrey Brown brings his signature humor and heart to the Hulk in a way that feels fresh, goofy, and strangely relatable. Hulk may be huge and green, but in Hulk Teach! he’s also awkward, well-meaning, and kind of just like us, especially when he’s trying to figure out middle school chaos.
Perfect for comic lovers, reluctant readers, or anyone who’s ever had a teacher on the verge of a meltdown. Hulk might not be the teacher kids expected, but he just might be the one they needed.
📚💬Bookish question: If you had to choose a Marvel hero or villain to teach your class for a year who would you pick?
If you've ever wondered what it would be like if the Hulk tried to survive middle school not as a student, but as the teacher Hulk Teach! by Jeffrey Brown is your answer. And yes, it’s just as chaotic, hilarious, and heartwarming as it sounds.
After one too many Hulk-smash incidents, Bruce Banner gets sentenced to the ultimate form of punishment: community service as a middle school teacher. Yep, that Hulk, in that school setting. What could possibly go wrong? Spoiler: a lot!
Told through a zany mix of comics, doodles, journal entries, and more, this story is Diary of a Wimpy Kid meets Marvel mayhem. Kids will love the funny mishaps and wild classroom moments like Hulk trying to control his temper while grading homework or hosting a science fair. Grown-up readers will appreciate the clever commentary on school life and superhero fame.
Jeffrey Brown brings his signature humor and heart to the Hulk in a way that feels fresh, goofy, and strangely relatable. Hulk may be huge and green, but in Hulk Teach! he’s also awkward, well-meaning, and kind of just like us, especially when he’s trying to figure out middle school chaos.
Perfect for comic lovers, reluctant readers, or anyone who’s ever had a teacher on the verge of a meltdown. Hulk might not be the teacher kids expected, but he just might be the one they needed.
📚💬Bookish question: If you had to choose a Marvel hero or villain to teach your class for a year who would you pick?
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September 14, 2025See my full review here: https://yabookscentral.com/hulk-teach/
HULK TEACH! is a comical graphic novel that features Banner as a teacher - who turns into the Hulk. Middle school can be pretty tough, as Banner is learning when he tries to teach. There's a lot going on - so when he gets annoyed and it turns into anger, he becomes the Hulk! It turns out the kids love Hulk, and he feels the same, so maybe this school year will be anything but boring.
What I loved: This is a fun story with a lot of comedy that kids can appreciate it. Middle school can be a pretty frustrating time for kids, so it is very relatable that Banner feels the same. Hulk makes all the difference in getting the kids (and Banner) through the school year - and saves the middle school day!
Other familiar Marvel characters make appearances in various places to add to the fun of the book. The art style is unique with expressive characters and choice of color- the book is black-and-white, except for the Hulk who is, of course, green. This works well to tell the story and adds to the joy of the scenes in which the Hulk appears.
The text can be a bit dense in some places, so this would work best for older middle grade readers who can parse through the story and appreciate a more thorough explanation/conversational text throughout.
Final verdict: HULK TEACH! is an engaging and relatable middle grade graphic novel that readers can enjoy and giggle along with. Recommend for older middle grade readers who enjoy superheroes!
Please note that I received an ARC. All opinions are my own.
HULK TEACH! is a comical graphic novel that features Banner as a teacher - who turns into the Hulk. Middle school can be pretty tough, as Banner is learning when he tries to teach. There's a lot going on - so when he gets annoyed and it turns into anger, he becomes the Hulk! It turns out the kids love Hulk, and he feels the same, so maybe this school year will be anything but boring.
What I loved: This is a fun story with a lot of comedy that kids can appreciate it. Middle school can be a pretty frustrating time for kids, so it is very relatable that Banner feels the same. Hulk makes all the difference in getting the kids (and Banner) through the school year - and saves the middle school day!
Other familiar Marvel characters make appearances in various places to add to the fun of the book. The art style is unique with expressive characters and choice of color- the book is black-and-white, except for the Hulk who is, of course, green. This works well to tell the story and adds to the joy of the scenes in which the Hulk appears.
The text can be a bit dense in some places, so this would work best for older middle grade readers who can parse through the story and appreciate a more thorough explanation/conversational text throughout.
Final verdict: HULK TEACH! is an engaging and relatable middle grade graphic novel that readers can enjoy and giggle along with. Recommend for older middle grade readers who enjoy superheroes!
Please note that I received an ARC. All opinions are my own.
August 21, 2025
I remember watching "The Hulk" on TV, the series where Bruce Banner turns into this huge green 'hulk' when he gets really angry.
Hulk Teach! imagines Bruce Banner teaching middle schoolers and trying to stay calm, a serious impossibility. What an imagination!! Of course, things go terribly wrong and thus the fun of this tale.
I dare you to read this one and not laugh out loud. You'll guffaw, gasp, giggle, chuckle, and roll on the floor with the zany antics of the students and Banner's valiant efforts to stay calm.
This creative graphic Marvel (c) Novel is the retelling or re-imaging of the adventures of Bruce Banner and his alter-ego "The Hulk" laid out in black and white line drawings with "The Hulk" in vivid green.
Thanks to GRAPHIX, a division of Scholastic http://www.scholastic.com/graphix for an ARC to read and review.
Hulk Teach! imagines Bruce Banner teaching middle schoolers and trying to stay calm, a serious impossibility. What an imagination!! Of course, things go terribly wrong and thus the fun of this tale.
I dare you to read this one and not laugh out loud. You'll guffaw, gasp, giggle, chuckle, and roll on the floor with the zany antics of the students and Banner's valiant efforts to stay calm.
This creative graphic Marvel (c) Novel is the retelling or re-imaging of the adventures of Bruce Banner and his alter-ego "The Hulk" laid out in black and white line drawings with "The Hulk" in vivid green.
Thanks to GRAPHIX, a division of Scholastic http://www.scholastic.com/graphix for an ARC to read and review.
August 27, 2025
I absolutely loved the Jedi Academy series. The author really put his heart and soul into those. This book was meh to me. It was missing the magic of the Star Wars books. The story was fine and the ending was enjoyable. But I didn’t care for it. My expectations were too high, I suppose.
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July 28, 2025So cute, kids will love it!
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August 5, 2025Disappointed in this one.
October 3, 2025
Absolutely darling and honestly, if I was Hulk, I’d probably Hulk out every day at school too.
October 22, 2025
Hulk read funny book. Hulk laugh lots. Hulk think Brown good but still prefer green.
December 30, 2025
The best ever.
September 20, 2025
Fun must read! Imagine the Hulk being sentenced to community service and having to teach middle school kids!!
December 18, 2025
In Hulk Teach! by Jeffrey Brown, the Hulk takes on the challenge of substitute teaching a classroom of students, learning as much about patience and teamwork as the students themselves. Bruce Banner is a brilliant scientist, but when he loses control of his emotions, he transforms into the superhero known as the Hulk—often causing more destruction than intended.
After his latest outburst, the Hulk is sentenced to community service and assigned to teach a group of unruly middle school students. As the kids constantly test his patience, Bruce finds himself transforming into the Hulk on a daily basis. The question becomes: can Bruce learn to manage his anger and help the students succeed?
This graphic novel feels like the kind of idea I might have imagined as a kid—it’s fun to picture someone with serious anger issues navigating a classroom full of chaos. While the story has entertaining moments and humorous situations, it follows a fairly straightforward plot without any major twists or surprises. I think younger readers, especially those who enjoy Marvel characters, will have fun with this light-hearted and imaginative read.
After his latest outburst, the Hulk is sentenced to community service and assigned to teach a group of unruly middle school students. As the kids constantly test his patience, Bruce finds himself transforming into the Hulk on a daily basis. The question becomes: can Bruce learn to manage his anger and help the students succeed?
This graphic novel feels like the kind of idea I might have imagined as a kid—it’s fun to picture someone with serious anger issues navigating a classroom full of chaos. While the story has entertaining moments and humorous situations, it follows a fairly straightforward plot without any major twists or surprises. I think younger readers, especially those who enjoy Marvel characters, will have fun with this light-hearted and imaginative read.
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