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Graphica! Comics for children and middle schoolers February 2021
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Akissi : more tales of mischief
by Marguerite Abouet
The plucky, troublemaking Akissi is back with her mischief on The Ivory Coast! This time, she has to keep herself from drowning, stand up to a bully, and make peace with her arch nemesis--the prettiest girl in school.
We have the first volume of Akissi's hilarious tales of mischief, too! Place a hold on both today.
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The boy who became a dragon : a Bruce Lee story by Jim Di BartoloA graphic novel biography of the life of martial arts legend Bruce Lee describes how his childhood in Hong Kong was shaped by World War II and gang violence before kung fu enabled his achievements as a student, teacher and international star.
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Wait, what? : a comic book guide to relationships, bodies, and growing up by Heather CorinnaProvides information in graphic novel format on puberty, gender, crushes, dating, consent, sexual activity, sexual identity, and related topics, and offers puzzles and suggestions for finding support. According to Kirkus Reviews, "While brief, this guide manages to cover crucial topics thoroughly and humorously, reassuring readers that while all of this is a big deal, it’s something they can handle." Recommended for ages 10+.
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Trespassers
by Breena Bard
Hoping to ride out another boring summer vacation at the lake by reading mystery novels, Gabby bonds with a snarky visitor from Chicago who helps her investigate the disappearance of a glamorous couple from an extravagant nearby lake house.
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The wizerd! : and the potion of dreams! by Michael SweaterWhen a garden-tending wizerd is dragged into the adventuring life by a small warrior princess, they work together to secure the ingredients of a wish-granting potion.
Perfect for fans of Over the Garden Wall and Adventure Time!
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Lupin leaps in : a breaking Cat News adventure
by Georgia Dunn
Three house cats, and one outside cat field reporter, report on the biggest news stories going on in their home, including a new baby, a Christmas tree in the living room, and a cricket in the house.
Fans of Chi will love this humorous Breaking Cat News adventure!
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When You Look Up
by Decur
Lorenzo isn't happy about moving. But in his new room, he finds an old desk with what seems likes hundreds of drawers. Each even has its own smell! Deep inside the desk, he finds a book and begins to read. When he looks up, he sees all kinds of curious things. Has the book come to life? Or is it something else? This is a graphic novel about observation, imagination, and the many incredible lenses through which everyday experience might be perceived if you read.
Fans of magical realism and imaginative narratives are sure to enjoy this graphic novel. Translated from the original Spanish by Chloe Garcia Roberts.
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I survived the shark attacks of 1916 by Georgia BallA graphic-novel adaptation of the best-selling second series entry follows the experiences of an Elm Hills newcomer whose summer at Matawan Creek is upended by rumors about a great white shark that has been attacking swimmers along the Jersey shore.
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Fantastic tales of Nothing
by Alejandra Green
Nature, balance, cooperation. Like in Avatar, Dragon Prince, 5 Worlds, and Amulet, this is a tale of a world split by prejudice and greed. In Nothing, there are two dominating races, humans and volken. Volken are animals with magical abilities and can shapeshift into human form (or humongous beast mode!) and the two races have lived on the verge of war for centuries.
When Nathan, an ordinary human, stumbles upon a pointy-eared person named Haven, neither of them know the chain of events being set in motion. Neither human nor volken, Haven's past is shrouded in mystery, and Nathan's own story gets a magical supercharge nobody expects, least of all two volken mercenaries who end up part of the party.
Nonbinary representation. Haven uses "they/them" pronouns, and Nathan has trouble remembering this. The other characters in the book remind him repeatedly, and never waver in supporting Haven's gender identity. This might be triggering for children and teens who are nonbinary and/or queer. Nonbinary representation is still rare in literature, and it was really good to see the creators include a character who is nonbinary in their story.
Multicultural representation. There is a broad spectrum of characters in this novel. Not only multicultural, this graphic novel also includes gender inclusive character design, and the main characters are predominantly read as Latinx, and speak Spanish at times in the English version. The authors both live in Mexico, and have included a lot of flora and fauna common to Central America.
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