Graphic Novels

This graphic novel depicting the childhood of Marjane Satrapi during the turbulent years surrounding the Iranian Revolution is a powerful look at the overthrow of the Iranian government, the introduction of theocracy, and the ongoing war with Iraq. Your students will be enthralled as Satrapi, in…

…this and more in the critically-acclaimed comic that has captivated millions. Watchmen will give students a first glance into the world of the graphic novel, as well as a look into the dynamics of superheroes and the weaknesses that can break them. This book is eligible for Prestwick House paperback…

As many teachers have discovered through titles such as Maus, graphic novels can be a great tool for getting reluctant readers interested in literature. Ten of Shakespeare's best plays and ten other popular classics have been adapted to a reading level of 4.6 to 5.2. The modern language, full-color…

Habibi is a graphic novel by Craig Thompson, published in 2011. The story is set in a fictional Islamic land and details the lives of two escaped child slaves who are torn apart. Major themes are that of the natural world and the relationship between first and third worlds. This book is eligible for…

…warning and imprisoned within a Japanese American internment camp thousands of miles from home. Students will be captivated by the book’s graphic novel format and the story’s poignant and timely lessons on resilience, courage, loyalty, and love. This book is eligible for Prestwick House…

As many teachers have discovered through titles such as Maus, graphic novels can be a great tool for getting reluctant readers interested in literature. Ten of Shakespeare's best plays and ten other popular classics have been adapted to a reading level of 4.6 to 5.2. The modern language, full-color…

…identity, and fitting in. This book is perfect to teach with either of the other graphic novels mentioned or paired with The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian or Holes. Because it’s a graphic novel, it will appeal to almost all of your students. This book is eligible for Prestwick…

Congressman John Lewis, one of the key figures of the civil rights movement, presents the incredible story of his life through March, a graphic novel series created in collaboration with co-writer Andrew Aydin and artist Nate Powell. This first volume covers Lewis’s early involvement with…

…through 5-10 standards-based analysis questions by guiding students through a series of scaffolding graphic organizers and in-class activities. Each Instant Short Story Pack includes: * Scaffolding graphic organizers and in-class activities* Standards-based objectives* Introduction and pre-reading…

As many teachers have discovered through titles such as Maus, graphic novels can be a great tool for getting reluctant readers interested in literature. Ten of Shakespeare's best plays and ten other popular classics have been adapted to a reading level of 4.6 to 5.2. The modern language, full-color…

As many teachers have discovered through titles such as Maus, graphic novels can be a great tool for getting reluctant readers interested in literature. Ten of Shakespeare’s best plays and ten other popular classics have been adapted to a reading level of 4.6 to 5.2. The modern language,…