Gen Z

Gen Z: The Superhero Generation is a must-read for parents, educators, and employers as they help prepare the next generation for the future. Learn the characteristics of this generation in order to understand how to reach them in positive, productive ways. Join us on our superhero journey to see how they are capable of changing the world.

Explores how Gen Z is a generation to be admired and celebrated for their superhero qualities.

From the authors of The Millennial Mindset: Unraveling Fact from Fiction, comes this thought-provoking in-depth consideration of the next generation. In their book, Gen Z: The Superhero Generation, Regina Luttrell and Karen McGrath explain who this generation is, how they came to be, and the impact they will have on society.

Superheroes are often defined as courageous, powerful, virtuous, and strong. Equipped with unique superpowers, these individuals stand up for what is right, battling supervillains to ensure that good prevails and all is well in the world.

With a worldwide fascination surrounding superheroes, it should come as no surprise that the next generation, GenZ, display many of the characteristics found within the pages of the most popular hero-centric comic books. The Superhero Generation is making its mark and gaining recognition as the generation that is willing to once again assemble, march, speak, and defy in ways previous generations have not. In this book learn the characteristics of Gen-Zers to understand how to reach them in positive productive ways. Parents, educators, and employers will learn how to tap into the endless potential of this generation, preparing them for home, school, and workplace environments that will play to their strengths and impact the world for years to come.

Acknowledgments

Foreword by Deirdre Breakenridge

Preface

Part 1 Characterizing GenZ: The Superhero Generation

Chapter 1: American Generations: Traditionalists, Boomers, Gen-X, and Millennials

“I know how hard it is when everything we know to be true changes. But sometimes all we can do is just accept the way things are, and make the best of that.” – Supergirl

Chapter 2: Generation Z: Superheroes Introduced!

“Heroes are made by the path they choose, not the powers they are graced with.” – Iron Man

Chapter 3: Generation Z: Superheroes Rise!

“If anyone found out what we truly are and what we possess, it could destroy the world. It is my duty to protect it.” – Black Panther

Part 2 Masked Crusaders: Generation Z in Action

Chapter 4: Double Identity: Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Independence

“It's Not Who I Am Underneath, But What I Do, That Defines Me.” – Batman

Chapter 5: Fighting for a Cause: Understanding GenZ’s Purpose

“It takes real character to admit one’s failures – and not a little of wisdom to remember, this man’s world of yours will never be without pain and suffering until it learns love, and respect for human rights. Keep your hands extended to all in friendliness but never holding the gun of persecution and intolerance!” – Wonder Woman

Chapter 6: Know Your Superheroes: Teaching and Learning in a Gen-Z Environment

“The greatest power on Earth is the magnificent power we all of us possess … the power of the human brain!” – Professor X

Part 3 Perceptions of Generation Z: Superheroes Unmasked

Chapter 7: Perceptions of these Super Beings

“We are capable of so much more than we think we are. All we have to do is reach for it. All we have to be is fearless.” Captain Marvel

Part 4 Preparing Superheroes: The Future

Chapter 8: Supreme Guidance: Interacting with Gen-Z

“The fate of your planet rests not in the hands of gods. It rests in the hands of mortals.” – Thor

Chapter 9: Here They Come: The Alpha Generation

“Forget everything you think you know.” – Dr. Strange

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Notes

Index

Author Bios