By Eleanor Davis
Super-smart Julian Calendar thinks starting junior high at a new school will mean he can shed his nerdy image–but then he meets Ben and Greta, two secret scientists like himself! The three form a secret club. There, they work on projects like the Stink-O-Meter, the Kablovsky Copter, and the Nightsneak Goggles. All that tinkering comes in handy when they discover an evil scientist's dastardly plan to rob a museum. Can three inventors, armed with their wacky creations, hope to defeat this criminal mastermind? Grade 4 and up. ~Joyce
ISBN 978-1599903965
The Best of the Spirit
By Will Eisner
This reproduction of a classic goes back to the heyday of comics, and it's full of complex characters, plot twists, and classic storytelling. While this comic never obtained the status of some of the publisher's series like Batman, it is no doubt excellent in every way and will keep the interest of any comic-book readers who give it a try. Grade 6 and up.
ISBN 978-1401207557
Rapunzel's Revenge
By Shannon, Dean and Nathan Hale
After using her hair to free herself from her prison tower, this Rapunzel ignores the pompous prince and teams up with Jack (of Beanstalk fame) in an attempt to free her birth mother and an entire kingdom from the evil witch who once moonlighted as her mother. Dogged by both the witch's henchman and Jack's outlaw past, the heroes travel across the map as they right wrongs, help the oppressed, and generally try to stay alive. Great fun, strong heroine, and witty dialogue make a memorable graphic novel. Grades 5 and up. ~Joyce
ISBN 978-1599902883
Wonderland
By Tommy Kovac
Ever wonder what happened in Wonderland after Alice left? Follow the quirky tale of Mary Ann, the meticulous and dutiful housekeeper for the White Rabbit, as she continues the tale. Her boss is now wanted for treason by the Queen of Hearts for allowing the Alice Monster to enter the kingdom–off with his head! On the run and fearing for their lives, Mary Ann and White Rabbit encounter the meddlesome Cheshire Cat, the ever-contentious troublemaker. This is a terrific look at a great classic. Grade 4 and up. ~Joyce
ISBN 978-1423104513
Mouse Guard: Fall 1152
By David Petersen
The Mouse Guard protects its fellow creatures and patrols the passageways used between the villages of the Mouse Territories. Three members of the guard investigate the disappearance of a traveling grain merchant. During their quest for the truth, the three uncover a plot; fight hungry snakes; escape a fiery death; and find a long-lost hero. Redwall fans should love this! Grade 4 and up. ~Joyce
ISBN 978-0345496867
Bone Volume 1: Out From Boneville
By Jeff Smith
The entire series (which was black and white) has been colorized. This is a must-read for your comic fans. There are 9 in the series. The story follows three cousins who have been thrown out of their town for cheating the citizens. Shortly thereafter, they are separated. Each Bone stumbles into a mysterious valley full of odd creatures that reveal strange happenings. The story is well paced with smooth transitions. It is dark, witty, mysterious, and exciting. Grade 5 and up. ~Joyce
ISBN 978-0439706407
The United States Constitution: A Graphic Adaptation
By Jonathan Hennessey
The author and illustrator (Aaron McConnell) undertake the imposing task of going through the entire U. S. Constitution, article by article, amendment by amendment, explaining their meaning and implications—in comic format. Avoiding the didactic, the book succeeds in being both consistently entertaining and illuminating. All ages. ~Joyce
ISBN 978-0809094707
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