2024 Best Graphic Novels for Children Reading List - Easy Readers

“…Mézes’s illustrations have a pleasant, hand-drawn quality with lovely, somewhat muted colors and the characters feel like they are bursting from the panels—and in some cases, they are…a

solid purchase—School Library Journalfor collections where elementary-age graphic novels are popular.”

"Charming Graphic Novels for Transitioning from Picture Books to Chapter Books.Penguin and Panda demonstrate kindness, understanding, and support for each other, showcasing the positive aspects of companionship. The books are infused with humor, often through Penguin’s whimsical outlook on life and Panda’s more pragmatic responses.

—YA BookcentralEach book is composed form multiple short stories and STEM-related fun facts. The graphic novel format makes the series accessible to a wide range of readers, including those who may be transitioning from picture books to chapter books.”

Odd-couple Escapade

Publishers Weekly“A can-do panda and a laze-about penguin are inexplicably best buds in this odd-couple escapade series launch.” —– Early Reader Spotlight

Healthy Relationship Portrayed in a Fun Way

—Jean Little LibraryThere are lots of beginning graphic novels to choose from, but these stand out because of the healthy relationship portrayed in a fun way… Recommended.

“Hilarious and Precious Duo”

—Jenn Kim(Square Books Round World)

“We will be preordering the next book,—LinseyWinterfest, that comes out in the fall!”(@3bittybookworms)

Elephant and PiggieNarwhal and Jelly“Perfect for readers who love Mo Willems’sand Ben Clanton’sstories.Consider adding this to your intermediate graphic novel sections if you haven’t already.”

—Rosemary Kiladitis( Librarian, Blogger at Mom Read It)