Graphic Novels

Tween

Exceptional World War II Books for Kids Ages 10-12

These books serve as a carefully curated list to begin early discussions about WWII and how its ramifications and lessons persist today. May these stories hold seeds of hope for all generations.

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Growing Reader

Tween

10 Next Reads for Kids Who Love Raina Telgemeier

Young readers love Raina Telgemeier’s funny graphic novels. If your child devoured Smile, Sisters, and Drama, here are a few other books they might enjoy.

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Pre-K

How Early Graphic Novels Create Lifelong Readers

Graphic novels have long been praised for engaging reluctant readers, but what about those just starting to read?

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Growing Reader

Girl Power! 7 Graphic Novel Series for 7-Year-Old Girls

Find age-appropriate themes and spunky female protagonists on this list of our favorite graphic novel series for 7-year-old girls.

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Growing Reader

Tween

Teen

10 Graphic Novels for Kids by Asian Authors & Illustrators

From fables and fantasies to historical accounts and coming-of-age tales, the graphic novels on this list illuminate the Asian experience and are relatable for all readers.

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Growing Reader

Tween

6 Innovative Ways To Use Graphic Novels as Teaching Tools

Check out these teacher-tested ways graphic novels can enrich instruction, boost student comprehension, and engage readers of all levels.

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Growing Reader

Tween

Books Like Dog Man: 11 Series for Fans of Dav Pilkey

Like Dog Man, these series — packed with laugh-out-loud plots and fun-filled illustrations — will keep reluctant readers and the adults who love them engaged.

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Tween

Action-Packed Adventures for Fans of The Last Kids on Earth

If your reader loved The Last Kids on Earth series, they are going to go wild for these next reads filled with action-packed sequences, and laugh-out-loud humor!

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Growing Reader

Little Detectives: Mystery Books for 6- to 8-Year-Olds

Mysteries get kids to think differently and pay attention to details they might not otherwise notice. Here are 15 great ones.

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Growing Reader

Tween

Art Comes To Life in These Middle Grade Novels

If you have a curious and creative kid at home who loves artsy stories, here are some excellent novels about art bursting into action.

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Growing Reader

Tween

Graphic Novels Elementary Schoolers Love

As an elementary school librarian, graphic novels were one of my favorite tools for helping reluctant readers get excited about checking out a book.

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Tween

Fractured Fairy Tales for Tweens

Readers of all ages can benefit from subversive takes on familiar classics. These reimagined fairy tales are perfect for tween readers.

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Teen

15 Wise and Witty Graphic Memoirs Every Teen Should Read

These graphic novel memoirs for young adult readers present a range of compelling topics in a creative style that's both entertaining and enlightening.

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Growing Reader

Tween

12 Outrageously Funny Graphic Novels for Reluctant Young Readers

These irresistible graphic novels full of wordplay, slapstick, silly scenarios, and oddball premises will have young readers laughing out loud.

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