Comic Books and Graphic Novels: Fun Ways for Kids to Learn
Mar 01, 2023
Comic books and graphic novels are a fun and engaging way to encourage children to read and learn. While many adults may view them as just "entertainment," comic books and graphic novels actually have a lot of educational value.
Here are some fun ways kids can incorporate comic books and graphic novels in their education:
Introduce history through historical comics: Comic books and graphic novels can be an excellent way to introduce historical events and figures to kids. From the American Revolution to the Civil Rights Movement, there are plenty of historical comics and graphic novels that make learning history more engaging.
Encourage reading comprehension: Comic books and graphic novels can be used to improve reading comprehension. The visuals can help children better understand the story and the dialogue. They can also be used to teach literary devices such as foreshadowing, imagery, and symbolism.
Teach visual storytelling: Comic books and graphic novels can help children learn how to tell a story through visuals. They can practice creating panels and dialogue bubbles to tell a story or convey a message.
Explore science and technology: There are many comics and graphic novels that explore scientific concepts and technological advancements. From space exploration to biotechnology, children can learn about these subjects in a fun and engaging way.
Develop critical thinking skills: Comic books and graphic novels can be used to develop critical thinking skills. Children can analyze the story, the characters, and the themes. They can also compare and contrast different comics and graphic novels to understand how different styles and techniques are used to convey meaning.
Comic books and graphic novels can serve as an exceptional educational resource for children. These materials are not only entertaining and amusing but can also teach a wide range of subjects. By utilizing them in their education, children can enhance their reading comprehension, cultivate critical thinking abilities, and gain knowledge about history, science, and technology.
So, the next time you want to encourage your child's education, consider incorporating comic books or graphic novels into their reading list. Browse some great options below!
ROCKY POND BOOKS
(W) Brad Meltzer (A/CA) Chris Eliopoulos
This book spotlights John Lewis, known for his role in the Civil Rights Movement, having helped organize the March on Washington and the Selma Voting Rights March, and for his lifelong dedication to public service as a member of the House of Representatives. John Lewis was never afraid to get in good trouble. This virtue this person embodies: John Lewis's resolve to fight for a better world is celebrated in this title.
In Shops: Jan 18, 2023
SRP: $16.99
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SIMON SPOTLIGHT
(W) Kaz Windness (A) Kaz Windness
This heartwarming and affirming Level 1 Ready-to-Read Graphics book celebrates the beauty of true friendship! Worm and Caterpillar are friends-best friends. Worm loves how they are just alike, but Caterpillar has a feeling there is a big change coming. Then Caterpillar disappears for a while and comes back as Butterfly. Will Butterfly and Worm still be friends?
In Shops: Jan 25, 2023
SRP: $6.99
PREVIEWS Page #369
BERBAY PUBLISHING
(W) Holly Jayne (A) Holly Jayne
Bea loves helping friends and wants to be a superhero, but none of the costumes she tries on fit her personality. While Bea's world is anything but ordinary, the things she accomplishes with her creativity and preparedness are all things a regular kid-with a big heart, a healthy dose of confidence, and an inflatable turtle-could do. This picture book, told in comic book panels was inspired by the creator's love of all things 80s including Hello Kitty, My Little Pony, Rainbow Brite, retro comic books, and Lisa Frank. The result is a kawaii picture book brimming with cuteness, accessible quirk, and a feel-good message of kindness.
In Shops: Jan 25, 2023
SRP: $17.99
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GRAPHIX
(W) Maria Scrivan (A) Maria Scrivan
Natalie is having a rough start to the school year. Each student has been asked to join an extracurricular activity, and Nat's two best friends have no trouble finding activities that interest them. Flo tries her hand at puppetry, and Zoe makes the volleyball team... with Nat's ex-BFF, Lily! So now Zoe and Lily are always together, and Nat's over it! Nat's feeling betrayed, and she still hasn't found a club to join. But when Nat meets a new student who's having the same difficulty choosing a club, they decide to create one together. Could this be the solution to her problems?
In Shops: Feb 08, 2023
SRP: $12.99
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ALADDIN BOOKS
(W) Amy Marie Stadelman (A) Amy Marie Stadelman
Paige loves facts! She is constantly spouting information about everything and anything to anyone who will listen. A group of zebras is called a dazzle. Her street's buildings have seventy-three windows. And the boy named Penn who lives next door is her friend. This unlikely pair couldn't be more different... Paige might know that the ancient Egyptians invented toothpaste, but Penn is sure the Evergreen Music School is haunted! And now Paige sets out to prove Penn is wrong, one fact at a time.
In Shops: Feb 01, 2023
SRP: $10.99
PREVIEWS Page #280
PENGUIN WORKSHOP
(W) Chelsea M. Campbell (A) Laura Knetzger
Meet Bigfoot and Nessie! Yes, that Bigfoot and Nessie. Only... well, things are a little complicated right now. Bigfoot is having trouble fitting in with his family. He can never quite manage to get himself into the picture, much to the disappointment of his mom, dad, and sister, who always want to be in the spotlight. When he meets Nessie, who's equally desperate to get away from the cameras, he begins to ask himself the ultimate question: What's the price of fame after all?
In Shops: Feb 08, 2023
SRP: $12.99
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UNION SQUARE
(W) Ray Xu (A/CA) Ray Xu
For fans of Gene Luen Yang's American Born Chinese and Svetlana Chmakova's Awkward, this funny yet poignant middle-grade coming-of-age story highlights the struggle of feeling invisible while yearning to be seen by all. Kevin Lee is having a really bad week. Although he lives in a crowded Toronto apartment above the family's alterations and dry-cleaning store, he mostly goes unnoticed. School isn't exactly an oasis either-being one of the few Asian kids makes for some unwelcome attention. But when Kevin's class plans a trip to Thrill Planet, a spectacular theme park, will he finally have a chance to turn his life around, or will it just be another day for Kevin Lee?
In Shops: Mar 06, 2024
SRP: $14.99
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GRAPHIX
(W) Maria Scrivan (A) Maria Scrivan
Nat's class trip is a bigger adventure than she imagined! Nat is on an overnight class trip to Philadelphia, which is her first time in a big city without her parents. And it's a big deal because Nat's mom and dad are finally giving her the independence she's been longing for. But the trip is off to a bad start-with one disaster after another-and if things keep up, Nat's on track to lose her newfound freedom for good! Can she turn things around in time, or will her first chance with liberty be her last?
In Shops: Mar 13, 2024
SRP: $12.99
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SIMON & SCHUSTER BOOKS YOUNG R
(W) Alina Tysoe (A) Alina Tysoe
Truffles the cat is the only pet in the house and reigns in peace and quiet, only exerting himself to find the best place to take a nice, long nap-preferably in a spot of warm sunshine. Then Poppy the puppy bursts onto the scene. Poppy is loud, enthusiastic, excitable, and-worst of all-a puptective! She's got an eye for crime and a nose to solve all mysteries that come her way... even though she's not completely sure what a mystery is. Truffles cannot let this intrusion stand. Poppy won't be able to continue disrupting his precious me-time if she's shipped to the North Pole! But could this irrepressible new companion be just what this grumpy cat needs?
In Shops: Mar 20, 2024
SRP: $12.99
PREVIEWS Page #381
VIKING BOOKS FOR YOUNG READERS
(W) Megan Brennan (A) Megan Brennan
Surf's up! Another fin-tastic graphic novel adventure awaits with your favorite shark princesses, Kitana and Mack! Shark princesses Kitana and Mack are back, just in time to attend the ocean's first Surfin' Sharks competition! Surfing is Mack's favorite sport, and he's been working really hard on his routine. But after a high-flying performance, he becomes discouraged once he sees a more talented shark and decides to quit for good. But after some helpful encouragement from Kitana and a young shark who admires his skills, Mack learns that surfing isn't all about winning or losing-it's about having fun!
In Shops: Mar 27, 2024
SRP: $12.99
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PENGUIN WORKSHOP
(W) Who HQ, Kirsten Anderson (A) Gregory Copeland
Learn how a young girl who lived on a Christmas tree farm grew up to become one of the most celebrated musical artists of the twenty-first century in this addition to the #1 New York Times-bestselling series. Taylor Swift always knew she wanted to be a country music artist, so at age thirteen, she convinced her parents to move their family out of Pennsylvania to Nashville. Breaking into the music industry took longer than she expected because record executives thought there was no place in country music for her songs. But Taylor was fearless and proved them wrong. Since the release of her self-titled debut album in 2006, Taylor Swift has dominated the music charts, reinvented her sound, won numerous awards, shaken off public criticism, and spoken up for herself and others.
In Shops: Apr 10, 2024
SRP: $6.99
PREVIEWS Page #367
DRAWN & QUARTERLY
(W) Elise Gravel (A/CA) Elise Gravel
It's a germ's world. We're just living in it! In Club Microbe, Elise Gravel teaches young readers that germs live all around us-and even inside of us! Guided by Gravel in this formidable introduction to the fascinating world of microorganisms, we learn that some microbes get a bad rep for making us sick, but that most are helpful creatures that allow us to digest food, make cheese, and even enable snowflakes to form in winter.
In Shops: Apr 10, 2024
SRP: $17.95
PREVIEWS Page #284
SQUARE FISH
(W) Remy Lai (A) Remy Lai
From the award-winning creator of Pie in the Sky comes a new series of heartfelt and suspenseful early reader graphic novels featuring adorable animals surviving in the wilderness despite the perils of climate change! Rainbow the Koala is ready to go off and live on his own-or so his mom says. But Rainbow is scared! The kookaburra bird cackles at him and he struggles to find a tree to call his home. As scorching heat takes hold and Rainbow runs out of water, he'll soon face his most dangerous test: surviving a bush fire. In addition to the rich narrative and irresistible art, there is back matter that describes the true story that inspired the book, animal facts, and steps kids can take to help protect the environment.
In Shops: Apr 17, 2024
SRP: $8.99
PREVIEWS Page #381
SQUARE FISH
(W) Remy Lai (A) Remy Lai
Surviving the Wild is a series of stand-alone graphic novels for six- to nine-year-olds featuring adorable and heroic animals overcoming the odds in the perilous wilderness. Star the Elephant and his herd are searching for a new home. But when Star is separated from his family, he must journey alone into the great unknown. He'll come face-to-face with giant spiders, the vast ocean beyond his island, and strange humans. Can Star find his way back to his family? In addition to the rich narrative and irresistible art, there is back matter that describes the true story that inspired the book, animal facts, and steps kids can take to help protect the environment.
In Shops: Apr 17, 2024
SRP: $8.99
PREVIEWS Page #381
CAPSTONE - PICTURE WINDOW BOOK
(W) Renee Tremi (A) Renee Tremi
When Ollie makes a new friend, Bea isn't happy. Can she bat aside her hard feelings and learn to share her best friend with someone else? Find out in this early graphic novel that will get young readers giggling with its silly puns and playfully paneled story.
In Shops: Feb 09, 2022
SRP: $7.99
PREVIEWS Page #273
