graphic novels

8 Reasons to Let Your Kids Read Graphic Novels

Guess what?! Comics and graphic novels count as credible reading materials and aren’t just for reluctant readers. The truth is children need both variety and choice to become good readers. Meaning, they need nonfiction, different genres of fiction, and different formats of books. Graphic novels give readers a variety in format. And of course, reluctant readers often […]

Have You Seen These New Graphic Novels?

If your kids like graphic novels, you’ll want to check out these new titles. There’s a little bit of everything here — fantasy, realistic, and sci-fi. Have You Seen These New Graphic Novels? Click by Kayla Miller REALISTIC Click is an excellent, relatable book about friendships and finding your place –my daughter felt could […]

Latest Graphic Novels, Spring 2018

Many of you have kids that LOVE, maybe even prefer, graphic novels. These 2018 titles recently hit bookstores and libraries. Maybe you’ll find what to read next. (My favorite on this list is Star Scouts.) Latest Graphic Novels Spring 2018 Scarlett Hart Monster Hunter by Marcus Sedgwick and Thomas TaylorScarlett is determined to follow her deceased […]

Graphic Novels Teachers Should Take Seriously (& Use in the Classroom)

A reader asked me to recommend graphic novels teachers should take seriously and use in the classroom. Graphic novels aren’t fluff, they’re quite valuable for a variety of reasons. They can be content-rich like the titles below, they appeal to children visually, they help kids infer and draw conclusions, and kids love reading them. Read […]

My Favorite Graphic Novel of 2017 So Far

My Favorite Graphic Novel of 2017 So Far Is 5 Worlds You’re going to LOVE 5 Worlds: The Sand Warrior by Mark Siegel, Alexis Siegel, Xanthe Bouma, Matt Rockefeller, and Boya Sun. Gorgeous artwork sets the tone for an epic otherworldly story in this first mesmerizing book in the series. The Five World’s are […]

If Your Kids Like Graphic Novels, Check Out These Spring 2017 Titles

If your kids like to read graphic novels, they’ll want to check out this selection of spring 2017 titles. Of course, if you want even book ideas more, visit my best graphic novels for kids page. Check Out These Spring 2017 Graphic Novels Real Friends by Shannon Hale (ages 8 – 12) Kids will relate to […]

What’s New in Graphic Novels for Kids

Kids love graphic novels (and comics) and who can blame them? They’re totally visual, highly entertaining, and sometimes even educational! Check out these recent graphic novel choices from 2016 and 2017. Also, don’t miss my big list of the best graphic novels for kids ages 5 – teen. What’s New in Graphic Novels for Kids Fuzzy Baseball by John […]

New, Engaging Graphic Novels for Kids

I’m a BIG believer in the power of graphic novels to get kids reading and engaged in story. My own kids both love reading graphic novels and comic books. They say that it’s easier on their brains — like a brain break — because there is so much visual support. irresistible What my kids don’t […]