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Written by Jim Ottaviani, Illustrated by Maris Wicks Astronauts: Women on the Final Frontier is not your typical read in one-sitting graphic novel. It is loaded with information about the space program and the first women that were astronauts. It is super informative, presented in a fun way, but really dense for a kids graphic …
Written and Illustrated by Janne Kukkonen A great book. I read it three times and never got bored! I really recommend this book: it’s action packed, adventure filled, and has a treasure even a thief can’t steal. By the time you finish you will have had your greatest adventure yet. Reviewed by Uati Johnson, Student, …
Written and Illustrated by John Kerschbaum I was prepared to “endure” this graphic novel about the science behind skyscrapers, but ended up truly enjoying it! John Kerschbaum has definitely done his research and strikes a great balance between entertaining and educating in this book. He includes kid-friendly, but not condescending, definitions within the book for …
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Written and Illustrated by J.P. Coovert This book starts with a warning about using certain supplies and advises kids to use them properly and carefully. It then goes into each step of how to create a comic by starting with squares in which each scene will take place. It also gives them tips for how …
Written and Illustrated by Marcia Williams Hooray for Women! celebrates the accomplishments of women throughout history, some familiar and some I’d never heard of. Each page is devoted to a different woman and her story is told in graphic novel format. Along the border outside of the panels other facts and info are shared, as …
Written and Illustrated by Jen Wang This is a well told story with lots of emotions mixed in. It hits topics of friendship, expectations, figuring out who your are, acceptance, jealousy, guilt, and more. The art is great and helps the story read quickly. I think it will be read and loved by many. Reviewed …
Written and Illustrated by Cece Bell Chick and Brain are a great pair in teaching and learning. In Chick’s attempts to teach Brain about social cues and manners, she overlooks some danger she may be getting into herself. Brain may be clueless at some things, but very smart in other ways. I really liked this …
Hello, Hedgehog! #1 Written and Illustrated by Norm Feuti This book is darling! Easy, simple, and a great read for younger children wanting to read graphic novels. The pictures are great and the story is about the friendship and kindness between Hedgehog and his friend Harry the hamster. Loved it and will definitely look into …
