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Tag: First Second

June 14, 2022 by Mike Pawuk

Interview | “Uniquely Japan” author Abby Denson

With her recently published graphic traveloque, Uniquely Japan (2022), Abby Denson is once again sharing her love of Japan with the readers. Her books are chock full of fun facts about Japan, and her latest book is no exception. Each chapter highlights interesting travel facts about Japan including the seasons, arts and crafts, fun and games, fashions, various food dishes of Japan, high tech around Japan, and so much more. The facts are mixed with her own drawings as well as photographs from her travels.

March 11, 2022 by Johanna

Science Comics: Birds of Prey | Review

Science Comics: Birds of Prey is a fascinating read about raptors with gorgeous art.

January 21, 2022 by Esther Keller

The Greatest Thing | Review

When Winifred’s two best friends transfer to another school her Sophomore year in high school, she is surprised to immediately make new friends.

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Lucy in the Sky | Review

September 28, 2021 by Johanna

Lucy in the Sky, a rewarding read, follows a young teen through a year of change, accompanied by the music of the Beatles.

Science Comics: Spiders: Worldwide Web | Review

August 25, 2021 by Johanna

Science Comics: Spiders: Worldwide Web has too many overwhelming facts, not enough story or connection to the data.

The American Bison | Review

August 20, 2021 by J. Caleb Mozzocco

In The American Bison: The Buffalo's Survival Tale, cartoonist Andy Hirsch tells the story of the buffalo, a sad story with a happy ending.

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Maker Comics: Build a Robot! | Review

June 2, 2021 by Johanna

Maker Comics: Build a Robot offers surprisingly simple projects thar are not only fun but also introduce basic principles of engineering.

Maker Comics: Create a Costume! | Review

May 13, 2021 by Johanna

Maker Comics: Create a Costume! guides readers through the creation of five costumes and offers a variety of practical advice as well.

Chef Yasmina and The Potato Panic | Review

February 17, 2021 by J. Caleb Mozzocco

In Wauter Mannaert's beautifully composed, gracefully drawn Chef Yasmina and The Potato Panic, an 11-year-old amateur gourmet chef and her gardener buddies must save the city from an addictive potato product with a curious side effect.

Review: Dungeon Critters

October 13, 2020 by J. Caleb Mozzocco

Dungeon Masters Natalie Riess and Sara Goetter roll out a fun campaign mixing comedy, character and careful plotting in their new Dungeon Critters.

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