Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Bring crucial social justice conversations to the forefront with Brianna Jonnie’s five-star graphic novel, If I Go Missing. Combining spare, devastating text with striking black-and-white artwork by Neal Shannacappo, this high school title challenges systemic biases in policing and media coverage regarding missing Indigenous youth.
What if someone hijacked a plane, parachuted away with $200,000, and vanished without a trace? Escape at 10,000 Feet by Tom Sullivan unravels the true story of D.B. Cooper through gripping graphic storytelling, authentic FBI files, and real photographs.
Pawcasso follows a lonely eleven-year-old who gets swept into a massive neighborhood misunderstanding over a grocery-buying, basket-toting dog. Balancing funny town debates with authentic lessons on honesty and connection perfect for young art enthusiasts, and animal lovers alike.
A masterpiece of heartbreak, hope, and humanity! Alternately gut-wrenching and deeply inspiring, When Stars are Scattered delivers an intimate look at life in a Kenyan refugee camp through the eyes of a young Somali boy and his nonverbal brother. A raw personal history, this graphic memoir explores global human rights, community support, and the transformative power of education.
A visually breathtaking and deeply moving graphic novel! Alina Chau’s Marshmallow & Jordan masterfully blends sports, Indonesian culture, and a touch of magical realism. Centering on a determined young athlete navigating life in a wheelchair alongside an adorable baby elephant which explores resilience, global diversity, and adaptive sports.