Great graphic novel finds. Most (but not all) graphic novels have a lower reading level, but students of all ages love them. Many adults love to read these with their students.
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Non-Fiction Graphic Novels
Sci-Fi or Fantasy Graphic Novels
Animal Graphic Novels
Realistic Graphic Novels
Mystery Graphic Novels
Humor or Funny Graphic Novels
Non-Fiction Graphic Novels
Biography or other non-fiction graphic novels
Biographical graphic novel. I've had several copies at different libraries. My students love it.
El Deafo|Paperback
Very well done graphic novel adaptation of the autobiography. Not recommended for younger students without adult to discuss.
Anne Frank's Diary: The Graphic Adaptation|Hardcover
This series of graphic novel biographies have already been a big hit this school year. Students are learning and looking for the next one when they come back in.
It's Her Story - Amelia Earhart Graphic Novel
A variety of books over a wide range of science topics. Mainly 5th grade reading level and up.
Science Comics
These are funny and accurate. Great way to encourage history with graphic novels.
History Smashers: Books
These are either biographies or about historic events or places.
Who HQ Graphic Novels 17-Book Hardcover
Great history nonficitons looking at history.
History Tipsters Go to the Polls: Voting & Elections
This entire series looks at decisive moments in history.
Jackie Robinson Takes the Field (Great Moments)
This one could go in a couple of sections, but it is a memoir so its nonfiction. Think road trip and family vacation so lots of things for students to love and connect with. Multi-generational award-winning story.
Mexikid (Newbery Honor Award Winner) by Pedro Martín, Paperback
Sci-Fi or Fantasy Graphic Novels
Graphic novels that have science fiction or fantasy type story lines. Examples: magic, dragons, robots, experiments, etc.
The novels of wings of fire are great for my fantasy lovers. There are mixed feelings on these based on which you read first. Several students say the graphics aren't like they imagined if they read the novels first.
Wings of Fire Book Series
These books are very popular, students talk about how it's exactly as they imagined it.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief The Graphic Novel ...
Stuart Gibbs is one of my students' favorite authors. All of his novels and graphic novels stay checked out.
Space Case the Graphic Novel (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
My students mention these books and compare them to manga. Also gives a very Studio Ghibli vibe.
The Stonekeeper (Amulet Series #1)|Paperback
My kids felt it gave a Manga vibe.
Unico: Hunted (Volume 2): An Original Manga|Paperback
Great fantasy graphic novel
The Awakening Storm: Graphic Novel #1
Graphic novel with a sci-fi twist. Very popular even with older elementary students.
Hilo Book 1: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth: (A Graphic Novel)
My students have a fun time deciding on where they think these books belong.
A Graphic Novel Vol 1 (The Mighty Bite)
Fantasy and animals all in one.
Bizard Series
Many graphic novels play off the love of animals, this one pulls in fantasy as well.
Kitty Quest: A Graphic Novel by Phil Corbett
This one is mystery and fantasy. Great stepping stone to either genre of novels.
Nancy Spector, Monster Detective: The Case of the Missing Spot (A Graphic ...
Graphic novel of the original novels. Students are enjoying these.
Any News on The Graphic Novels Continuing Past The Capture?
Tristan Strong is a great book that pulls in realistic feelings from a male character and intertwines it with folk tales. My students love these.
Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky: The Graphic Novel
So far my students have enjoyed two of these. Graphic novels, but with historical information. Actually more historical fiction.
The Magic History Book 4-Book Series
The squire is so smart but is overlooked for the knight. I love the realistic aspects of personalities and how people feel unimportant or overlooked.
Squire & Knight by Scott Chantler, Paperback
The classic n ovel in graphic novel form.
Tuck Everlasting: The Graphic Novel
Animal Graphic Novels
Graphic Novels with animals being a key component or the main character
My students read these and ask for the next one very quickly. Engaging and a great segway into the novels. This one is also a great fantasy read.
Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin #1|Paperback
A great mixture of action for the animal lovers in your class.
Cat Ninja
Great series, my students are very impatiently waiting for the next one.
Wagnificent: The Adventures of Thunder and Sage
Any of your animal lovers with enjoy these stories.
Animal Rescue Friends (Vol 1): Loveless
This one is also a must have for your students that love animals.
Weenie Featuring Frank and Beans (3-Book Series)
Great for animal lovers
Katie the Catsitter: (A Graphic Novel)
Realistic Graphic Novels
Graphic novels that have characters, situations, or other aspects that could happen in real life
Graphic novel version of the original baby-sitters club.
The Baby-Sitters Club Book Series
This series is loved by all my students. All of her books stay checked out.
Smile: A Graphic Novel - Raina Telgemeier
Any child that suffers from an allergy that keeps them from getting pets will love this book.
Allergic|Paperback
My students love this entire series. Very easy to connect with the characters.
Click (Click Series #1)|Paperback
The classic novels reimagined for a new time as graphic novels. Several of my friends read them just for nostalgia.
Sweet Valley Twins: Best Friends: (A Graphic Novel)|Paperback
Great for students that like to bake or even enjoy sweets.
Katie and the Cupcake Cure The Graphic Novel|Paperback
This book was very popular at my book fair. My students connected with the characters well.
The New Girl: A Graphic Novel (The New Girl #1)|Paperback
Award winning book, the entire series is amazing. This book has been challenged or banned in some places. READ it.
New Kid (Newbery Medal Winner)|Paperback
Great books that students can relate to easily.
Nat Enough: A Graphic Novel (Nat Enough #1) (1)
Great for those creative kids out there. Kind of funny, kind of realistic
Doodleville: (A Graphic Novel) by Chad Sell, Paperback
Another award-winning graphic novel. I had to get a second copy, I couldn't keep it on the shelf.
Swim Team: A Graphic Novel - Johnnie Christmas
As a person with curly hair, many times I was told to fix my hair or to just brush it. This book is wonderful for your curly hair kids who love their hair.
Frizzy by Claribel A. Ortega, Rose Bousamra, Paperback
Mystery Graphic Novels
Graphic novels with detectives, crimes, or other things that have to be figured out.
My grandson loves these, my students also read the whole series.
Bad Guys Book Series by Aaron Blabey
These are great mystery graphic novels. I can normally transition students to novels in the mystery section if they like it.
InvestiGators (InvestiGators Series #1)|Hardcover
This one is a mystery graphic novel.
Akeem S. Roberts: Books
This series goes with Investigators and my students love them all.
Agents of S.U.I.T. (InvestiGators, 1)
These could fit in adventure or mystery. Students love the novels and the graphic novels. 4th grade and up
Spy School the Graphic Novel by Stuart Gibbs
These graphic novels pair well to the novels. Students enjoy that each book has a different author and voice.
The Maze of Bones: A Graphic Novel (39 Clues ...
Friends go on an adventure, this would fit in several genres. Beautiful cover and illustrations.
Treasure in the Lake: A Graphic Novel by Jason Pamment, Paperback
Humor or Funny Graphic Novels
Graphic novels that could fit in several categories but are funny or are sure to make you laugh.
Dogman books are a hit with all ages!
Dog Man Series
I purchased this one mainly because of the cat. Now I get all the books in the series because my students love them and laugh the whole time they are reading them.
The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza: A Graphic Novel|Paperback
This spin-off of dog man doesn't stay on my shelves.
Cat Kid Comic Club Series
The classic beginner chapter books turned into a graphic novel. My students love these.
Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus: The Graphic Novel|Paperback
Big Nate has been making students giggle for years. A great pick for most readers.
Big Nate: Blow the Roof Off!|Paperback
My students have LOVED this series. They love them.
Pizza and Taco: Who's the Best? (Graphic Novel)
These have been very popular with my girls and guys.
Astrid & Stella Bundle! | For a Limited Time - Abrams Books
These are funny, feature animals and have a lot of nostalgia for news lovers.
Breaking Cat News (7 book series) Kindle Edition
Cute and funny, my students recommend.
How to Catch Graphic Novels: How to Catch a Dinosaur
Scary or Suspense Graphic Novels
Graphic novels that scary or have a lot of suspense or horror.
A great take on the classic novels.
The Witch's Wings & Other Terrifying Tales
These are for older students 5th grade + or very mature students. I don't recommend for younger students at all.
Five Nights at Freddy's Graphic Novel Trilogy
Great new fun series. My students have loved it so far.
Witches of Brooklyn: Curse and Reverse: (A Graphic Novel)
