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Graphic Novels for National Hispanic Heritage Month | Reviews
Esther highlights some graphic novels with Latinx protagonists for National Hispanic Heritage Month.
Next Stop | Review
A girl leaves her grief-stricken family behind to take a bus tour to a magical lake in this complex story of friendship, grief, and healing.
Global | Review
Global is two stories. Both tell the tale of children living in deteriorating conditions due to climate change.
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Review: Parachute Kids
Parachute KidsBetty C. TangApril 2023, Scholastic GraphixGrades 4-7 When I was four years old, my family moved back to the United States from Israel. I don’t remember much about that time—it was a long long time ago—but I do remember one moment: I remember standing in the hallway, outside my Pre-K classroom, and crying. I […]
The Elusive Samurai, vol. 1 | Review
A young heir must fight to survive and take back his throne by doing what he does best - run away!
Children in the Holocaust | Mini-Reviews
Two graphic novels about children in the Holocaust provide an introduction to the topic that's appropriate for young readers.
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Halloween in July | Books in Brief
You’ve heard of Christmas in July, so why not Halloween in July? Who doesn’t like a good spooky story, or a story filled with magical powers all year round? Here’s a taste of a few titles I’ve read that are an excellent Halloween fit
HiLo Vol. 7 | Review
n Hilo, vol. 7, Gina takes center stage with a new story arc, but the characters and events of the previous volumes are not forgotten. That’s a long time to wait! My 9-year-old daughter had the same reaction!
Review: White Bird
R.J. Palacio's 'White Bird' needs to be read, says Esther Keller, and it's a natural pick for fans of her novel 'Wonder'
2019 Eisner Nominations
While I was on Spring Break, the Eisner nominations were announced. The Eisner Awards, which is in its 31st year, are named for famed graphic novelist/artist Will Eisner.
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