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Smile

[graphic Novel]

by Telgemeier, Raina

Book - 2010

Raina Telgemeier's best selling graphic novel tells the story of when she fell and broke her front teeth at the age of 12. In order to restore her smile, ...Show more Raina Telgemeier's best selling graphic novel tells the story of when she fell and broke her front teeth at the age of 12. In order to restore her smile, Raina required a lot of dental work. Her graphic novel is written with humour, though she shares her frustrations, and her doubts. Novelist suggests this book for grades 5 - 12. Show less

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Sleepless Knight

by Sturm, James

Graphic Novel - 2015

In this graphic novel, the knight has a difficult time sleeping without a teddy bear. The knight knows that everything was packed for their camping trip, ...Show more In this graphic novel, the knight has a difficult time sleeping without a teddy bear. The knight knows that everything was packed for their camping trip, but is unable to find the teddy bear anywhere. Where could it be? Novelist suggests this book is for grades 1-3. Show less

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The Adventures of Captain Underpants

The First Epic Novel

by Pilkey, Dav

Book - 2005

Captain Underpants is a series written by Dav Pilkey. The superhero begins as a comic book made up by the characters - Harold and George. They write many ...Show more Captain Underpants is a series written by Dav Pilkey. The superhero begins as a comic book made up by the characters - Harold and George. They write many different comic books, but their favourite is the story of Captain Underpants. When the two are caught by their principal for some pranks, they hypnotize him into believing he is Captain Underpants. Dav Pilkey's graphic novels are very popular. Novelist suggests this book for grades 2 - 4. Show less

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Share your Smile

Raina's Guide to Telling your Own Story

by Telgemeier, Raina

Book - 2019

Raina's success at sharing her story in graphic novels, make her a reliable and interesting source for children to learn about writing their own story. In...Show more Raina's success at sharing her story in graphic novels, make her a reliable and interesting source for children to learn about writing their own story. In Share Your Smile, Raina provides steps, advice and starting points for young people to work on their own memoir. Novelist suggests this book for grades 2-6. Show less

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Bird & Squirrel on Ice

by Burks, James

Graphic Novel - 2014

Bird and Squirrel graphic novels are fun to read. The two main characters are so different. Bird is free spirited and adventurous, while Squirrel is cauti...Show more Bird and Squirrel graphic novels are fun to read. The two main characters are so different. Bird is free spirited and adventurous, while Squirrel is cautious and reserved. Bird can find himself in some pretty precarious situations like in this book - Bird and Squirrel on Ice. Bird has flown them to a village of penguins. The penguins have a belief that one day they will be rescued by a bird that can fly. Until that happens they are required to feed a whale. The whale eats so much fish that the village is struggling. If they stop feeding the whale, they put their safety at risk. The way in which Bird is expected to help is problematic to Squirrel. So, squirrel has to gather his courage and focus on finding an alternative plan. If you like books with fun characters, a bit of suspense, a sense of adventure that are written in graphic novel format, check out Bird and Squirrel. Show less

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Witches of Brooklyn

by Escabasse, Sophie

Graphic Novel - 2020

Effie moves in with her aunts after her mom dies. Effie has to start going to a new school, where she makes new friends. Effie learns that she and her a...Show more Effie moves in with her aunts after her mom dies. Effie has to start going to a new school, where she makes new friends. Effie learns that she and her aunts are witches. They must use their skills to help others. The story has interesting characters and has a great pace. Each of the characters is unique and full of personality. Novelist suggests that this graphic novel is for grade 3 - 6. Show less

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Super Turbo Saves the Day!

by Powers, Edgar J.

Graphic Novel - 2021

This graphic novel is about classroom pets who also happen to be superheroes, including Super Turbo (Hamster), Wonder Pig (Guinea Pig), Boss Bunny (Rabbi...Show more This graphic novel is about classroom pets who also happen to be superheroes, including Super Turbo (Hamster), Wonder Pig (Guinea Pig), Boss Bunny (Rabbit), Great Gecko, Green Winger (Bird), and Professor Turtle. The villain, Whiskerface, is an evil rat who has a rat pack working with him. Can the superheroes keep the school safe? Novelist suggests this is for grades 1-4. Show less

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