Adventure Comics #240
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "The Super-Teacher from Krypton," Aquaman teams up with a children's book writer stumped by the letter "X" in her sea-themed alphabet book, a quirky quest that takes an unexpected turn. Written by Ramona Fradon, whose art brings the underwater world to life, this 1957 adventure blends whimsy and wonder with a touch of Kryptonian mystery. The cover by Curt Swan and Stan Kaye captures the story’s playful tone with a striking image of Aquaman in his iconic pose.
In "The Super-Teacher from Krypton," Jor-El’s robotic educator arrives on Earth with a strict mission: to train Superboy in the responsible use of his powers. But the stakes are high—fail a single test, and Superboy must abandon his life as a hero.
In "The Alphabet Book of the Sea," Aquaman teams up with a children's book writer to create a sea-themed alphabet book, diving into the ocean’s wonders to find creatures and treasures for each letter—until they hit a roadblock with the elusive "X." With the writer’s imagination and Aquaman’s underwater expertise, they explore coral reefs and sunken ruins in search of something that starts with that tricky letter.
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Reprinted in Big Boy #18 (1958), Superman Annual #5 (1962), All Star Adventure Comic #48 (1967), Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #97 (1969), MV Comix #12/1971 (1971), Big Boss #6 (1971), DC Super Stars #12 (1977), Superboy #10/1977 (1977), Big Boss #56 (1982)
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