Get More out of Graphic Novels
Discover Books That Engage Readers at All Levels
If you're looking for engaging texts that will appeal to readers at all levels, stock your classroom library with graphic novels. Then, support your students' reading with our ready-made vocabulary lists. For more information on how to make the most of graphic novels in your classroom, check out this blog post: Getting More Out of Graphic Novels.
AwkwardMiddle school gets off to a rocky start for Peppi Torres after an awkward encounter with Jaime Thompson — and things only get worse when Peppi's art club begins feuding with the science club. Can Peppi save the day?
SmileWhen she was in sixth grade, cartoonist Raina Telgemeier severely damaged her teeth during an accidental fall. In this graphic memoir, Telgemeier chronicles her literal and figurative quest to reclaim her smile.
New KidIn this graphic novel, an African-American seventh grader struggles to fit in at his new private school.
Measuring UpCici enters a cooking contest in hopes of winning enough money to buy her grandmother a plane ticket from Taiwan to the U.S.
This Was Our PactOn the night of the Autumn Equinox Festival, Ben and Nathaniel find themselves caught up in an adventure involving a talking bear, a helpful crow, and a cranky witch.
The Magic FishThis graphic novel weaves fairy tales into the story of a Vietnamese-American boy struggling to communicate with his parents.
March: Book OneWritten with Andrew Aydin and illustrated by Nate Powell, Congressman John Lewis's award-winning graphic novel chronicles his experiences in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement.
PersepolisThe Story of a ChildhoodIn this memoir, presented in graphic form, Marjane Satrapi describes growing up during the Iranian revolution.
BraveThis sequel to Awkward follows Berrybrook Middle School student Jensen Graham as he attempts to fit in at school and stand up to bullies.
CrushThe third installment of the Berrybrook Middle School series follows Jorge Ruiz as he tries to navigate his first crush.
The UnwantedStories of the Syrian RefugeesThis powerful, award-winning graphic novel brings the Syrian refugee crisis to life.
I Am Alfonso JonesThis powerful graphic novel, illustrated by Stacey Robinson and John Jennings, explores the life and afterlife of a teenager who is a victim of gun violence.
Maus I: My Father Bleeds HistoryA celebrated classic of the graphic novel form, Maus explores a man's relationship with his Holocaust-survivor father and with history itself.
All's Faire in Middle SchoolEleven-year-old Imogene loves working with her family at the Renaissance Faire, especially now that she is finally old enough to train as a squire. At the same time, she must face an unexpectedly difficult quest: surviving middle school.
GutsIn this companion to Smile and Sisters, graphic novelist Raina Telgemeier recounts her experiences with childhood anxiety and phobias.
The Cardboard KingdomIn this graphic novel, neighborhood kids create imaginative costumes and personas to entertain themselves during the summer.
They Called Us EnemyIn this graphic memoir, actor and activist George Takei recounts the internment of his Japanese-American family during World War II. The book was cowritten by Justin Eisinger and Steven Scott, with art by Harmony Becker.
Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with MeIn this award-winning graphic novel, Freddy struggles to break free from an unhealthy relationship.
PrimatesThe Fearless Science of Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Biruté GaldikasUsing a graphic novel format, this book explores the lives and work of primatologists Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Biruté Galdikas.
StargazingMoon is unlike anyone Christine has ever met — but jealousy and an unexpected emergency test their friendship.
Kiss Number 8In this graphic novel, Mads's idyllic life is upended when she must come to terms with a surprising family secret and a crush on her best friend.
PashminaIn this graphic novel, a teen girl discovers a magical shawl and learns about her family's history in India.
In Real LifeAnda loves playing Coarsegold Online, and she discovers that she can make real money by hunting down the "gold farmers" who find valuables in the game and sell them to richer players. When she befriends a gold farmer, however, she learns that his real-life circumstances are much more complicated than she expected.
Class ActIn this sequel to the award-winning graphic novel New Kid, eighth-graders Drew and Jordan grapple with identity, privilege, and fitting in.
DisplacementIn this graphic novel, which draws on the author's family history, a teenage girl is transported back in time to a World War II incarceration camp for Japanese Americans.
The Legend of Auntie PoIn this magical adaptation of the tale of Paul Bunyan, a young Chinese immigrant works at a logging camp in the late 1800s.
FlamerIn this graphic novel, a teenager faces bullies and learns to accept himself during a summer at camp.
Secret CodersIn this graphic novel, Hopper and Eni investigate strange creatures and happenings at their school.
Dragon HoopsIn this nonfiction narrative, told in graphic form, Gene Luen Yang follows the Bishop O'Dowd High School basketball team during one eventful season and reflects on his own work as a storyteller.
TwinsTwin sisters Maureen and Francine have always done everything together — but when the girls start sixth grade, they face challenges and conflicts in their relationship.
Queen of the SeaMargaret is an orphan who was raised by nuns on an isolated island. When Eleanor, the exiled Queen of Albion, is imprisoned on the island, Margaret learns secrets about her past and becomes involved in a daring plot to save the queen.
SnapdragonWhile searching for her lost dog, Snapdragon meets Jacks, an old woman who is supposedly a witch — and who has a surprising connection to Snapdragon's family.
White BirdA Wonder StoryIn this companion to Wonder, Julian's grandmother tells the story of her life in France during World War II.
DramaIn this popular graphic novel, Callie works on the stage crew of her school's spring musical while trying to navigate friendships and crushes.
SistersIn this graphic memoir, Raina Telgemeier recounts a childhood road trip to Colorado and explores her relationship with her sister Amara.
March: Book TwoWritten with Andrew Aydin and illustrated by Nate Powell, Congressman John Lewis's award-winning graphic novel chronicles his experiences in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement.
March: Book ThreeWritten with Andrew Aydin and illustrated by Nate Powell, Congressman John Lewis's award-winning graphic novel chronicles his experiences in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement.
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