SUPER ANIMAL: Superman Superhero

Superman Superhero

Superman first appeared in DC Comics Action Comics #1 in June 1938. He was written and created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. He is often called the Man of Steel due to his invulnerability powers. The Superman symbol and name has become a part of American culture and can be seen throughout our culture including in songs, as nicknames, to describe people, common sayings,Superman's powers include incredible strength, the ability to fly. X-ray vision, super speed, invulnerability to most attacks, super hearing, and super breath. He is nearly unstoppable. However, Superman does have one weakness, Kryptonite. When exposed to this radioactive element from his home planet, he becomes weak and helpless.Superman's powers come from the fact that he grew up on another planet, Krypton. It is said that Krypton had higher gravity than Earth making the inhabitants stronger. Also, the light of our yellow sun, versus Krypton's red sun, gives Superman additional powers.