Recommended graphic novels for Grades K-2:
Nina: That Makes Me Mad!
by Hilary Knight
From the illustrator of Eloise, this comic book for young readers follows spunky Nina through her day of many frustrations and little things that maker her mad.
(Lexile: 170)
by Hilary Knight
From the illustrator of Eloise, this comic book for young readers follows spunky Nina through her day of many frustrations and little things that maker her mad.
(Lexile: 170)
Bone series
by Jeff Smith
The incredible comic book saga of the unwitting hero, Fone Bone, who must save an idyllic valley from the forces of evil. The author/illustrator has won the Harvey Award for best cartoonist multiple years, and his books have also won the Eisner Award for Best Continuing Series and Best Humor Publication.
(Lexile: 340)
by Jeff Smith
The incredible comic book saga of the unwitting hero, Fone Bone, who must save an idyllic valley from the forces of evil. The author/illustrator has won the Harvey Award for best cartoonist multiple years, and his books have also won the Eisner Award for Best Continuing Series and Best Humor Publication.
(Lexile: 340)
Lunch Lady series
by Jarrett J. Krosoczka
A wildly popular series for both boys and girls, these books follow the outrageously adventures of the lunch lady as she protects her school from all kinds of villains and catastrophes. A great introduction to the mystery genre.
(Lexile: 240-320)
by Jarrett J. Krosoczka
A wildly popular series for both boys and girls, these books follow the outrageously adventures of the lunch lady as she protects her school from all kinds of villains and catastrophes. A great introduction to the mystery genre.
(Lexile: 240-320)
Amelia Rules! series
by Jimmy Gownley
A great graphic novel series perfect for first and second graders. These books follow the life of Amelia as she deals with the ups and downs of school, family, friends, and more. Reminiscent of the all familiar Peanuts comics, this series is straight-forward, endearing, and hilarious!
(Lexile: 420)
by Jimmy Gownley
A great graphic novel series perfect for first and second graders. These books follow the life of Amelia as she deals with the ups and downs of school, family, friends, and more. Reminiscent of the all familiar Peanuts comics, this series is straight-forward, endearing, and hilarious!
(Lexile: 420)
Mo and Jo: Fighting Together Forever
by Dean Haspiel and Jay Lynch
A loving, tongue-in-cheek, superhero tale about two siblings Mona and Joey whose biggest battle is just getting along!
(Lexile: 240)
by Dean Haspiel and Jay Lynch
A loving, tongue-in-cheek, superhero tale about two siblings Mona and Joey whose biggest battle is just getting along!
(Lexile: 240)
Baby Mouse series
by Jennifer L. Holm & Matthew Holm
This is the perfect graphic novel for elementary school girls, who will love the stories, especially Babymouse’s flights of fancy, and the black, white, and pink illustrations.
(Lexile: 440)
by Jennifer L. Holm & Matthew Holm
This is the perfect graphic novel for elementary school girls, who will love the stories, especially Babymouse’s flights of fancy, and the black, white, and pink illustrations.
(Lexile: 440)
Tiny Titans series
by Art Baltazar & Franco
A kid-friendly take on the popular Teen Titans series, these books will grab the attention of any young superhero lover. The stories are short and fast-paced, and students need not have a background in comic book superheros to enjoy these funny stories.
by Art Baltazar & Franco
A kid-friendly take on the popular Teen Titans series, these books will grab the attention of any young superhero lover. The stories are short and fast-paced, and students need not have a background in comic book superheros to enjoy these funny stories.
The Many Adventures of Johnny Mutton
by James Proimos
Kids will love this off-the-wall humorous graphic novel about a sheep living in a humans' world. A perfect read for anyone who has ever felt a little out of place.
(Lexile: 380)
by James Proimos
Kids will love this off-the-wall humorous graphic novel about a sheep living in a humans' world. A perfect read for anyone who has ever felt a little out of place.
(Lexile: 380)
A Bit Haywire
by Scott Zirkel & Courtney Huddleston
This book follows the life of a young boy with newly acquired super powers...that don't quite have all the kinks worked out of them yet. Kids will love the hilarious antics that 10-year-old Owen goes through as he figures out how to be a great superhero.
by Scott Zirkel & Courtney Huddleston
This book follows the life of a young boy with newly acquired super powers...that don't quite have all the kinks worked out of them yet. Kids will love the hilarious antics that 10-year-old Owen goes through as he figures out how to be a great superhero.
Happy Happy Clover series
by Sayuri Tatsuyama
Like a comic book version of the Beatrix Potter series, these books tell the adventures of a rabbit named Clover and her mischievous ways. Girls will especially love the adorably cute illustrations and lighthearted lessons to be learned.
by Sayuri Tatsuyama
Like a comic book version of the Beatrix Potter series, these books tell the adventures of a rabbit named Clover and her mischievous ways. Girls will especially love the adorably cute illustrations and lighthearted lessons to be learned.
Luke on the Loose
by Harry Bliss
This book follows the pandemonium of 4-year-old Luke as he roams and terrorizes the streets of New York City! This is a great read for kids of all ages, and each time it is read you'll be sure to discover more and more details that Bliss hides on each page.
**One of few comics to portray urban life including racial and ethnic diversity.
(Lexile: 170)
by Harry Bliss
This book follows the pandemonium of 4-year-old Luke as he roams and terrorizes the streets of New York City! This is a great read for kids of all ages, and each time it is read you'll be sure to discover more and more details that Bliss hides on each page.
**One of few comics to portray urban life including racial and ethnic diversity.
(Lexile: 170)
Owly
by Andy Runton
A wordless graphic novel about the adventure and mysteries of Owly and his friend Wormy. A great book to teach the power of graphics and strengthen students' visual literacy. Could be used at any age level!
(Lexile: 130)
by Andy Runton
A wordless graphic novel about the adventure and mysteries of Owly and his friend Wormy. A great book to teach the power of graphics and strengthen students' visual literacy. Could be used at any age level!
(Lexile: 130)