Graphic Novels for 9–12 Year Olds
20 kids’ graphic novels for 9–12 year olds, picked from the 190 kids’ graphic novels in our review library. Panels and pictures carry reluctant and voracious readers alike — comics are real reading, full stop. Most picks here are graphic novels; every one links to our full review with age fit and where to buy.
Pokemon Graphic Novel vol. 3 Electric Pikachu Boogaloo
Toshihiro Ono
The smash-hit Pokmon comics series is printed in a single-volume graphic novel for readers of all ages. Pokmon sneak away to visit Bulbasaur's secret garden; Ash helps a girl find the Leaf Stone; Meowth makes a friend; and the great Pokmon Tournament ends with Ash holding one last Pokmon--out-of-con
Cat Kid Comic Club Perspectives A Graphic Novel
Dav Pilkey
Cat Kid Comic Club is back in session in this groundbreaking graphic novel narrative by Dav Pilkey, the worldwide bestselling and award-winning author and illustrator of Dog Man. Flippy, Molly, Li'l Petey, and twenty-one baby frogs each have something to say. Naomi and Melvin don't see eye to eye an
Create Your Own Graphic Novel A Guide for Kids Write and Draw Your Own Book
David Wayne Chiu
Create your own comic book with this illustrated guide for kids 8-12! Swashbuckling adventure, spooky mystery, thrilling fantasy—any story you can dream up can be a dazzling comic book. Discover the power of storytelling when you write a graphic novel that puts your drawing, writing, and imagination
Dog Man A Tale of Two Kitties A Graphic Novel
Dav Pilkey
"Canine cop Dog Man is back, and he's about to be bested by the world's most conniving cat crook!"--
Squirrel Lock Holmes #1 The Pet Rock Mystery (A Graphic Novel) by Ashley Belote
Ashley Belote
It's a mystery, my dear Watson! Detective Squirrel Lock Holmes and her trusty sidekick Mole Watson are on the hunt for a missing pet rock in this first book of the hilarious early graphic chapter book series. THE CASE OF THE MISSING PET ROCK Victim: Reggie the Rabbit's Pet Rock, Dwayne (aka, "the Ro
Dog Man Grime and Punishment A Graphic Novel
Dav Pilkey
The next great Dog Man adventure from the worldwide bestselling author and artist Dav Pilkey. You'll howl with laughter! The Supa Buddies bamboozled the baddies, but all's not right in the world. Dog Man has a new problem to pound, and he's going to need his entire pack to help him. Will he go barki
Tales of a Seventh-Grade Lizard Boy A Graphic Novel by Jonathan Hill
Jonathan Hill
It's the first day of seventh grade, and Tommy Tomkins has a new backpack, a new shirt...and a new face. Tommy isn't an ordinary middle schooler. He and his family are refugees from the centre of the earth, lizard people disguised as humans to blend in on the surface. Fitting in at middle school is
Super Zombie Juice Mega Bomb The Graphic Novel for Middle Grade
MJ Ware
When life gives you lemons, kill zombies - turns out lemon juice neutralizes the undead. After a failed attempt at running away, best friends Nathan and Misty return home expecting to face angry parents. Instead, they discover the military has destroyed the bridges out of their rural town and everyo
Disney Fairies Graphic Novel #2 Tinker Bell and the Wings of Rani
Teresa Radice
Five stories featuring Tinker Bell and the rest of the Fairies of Pixie Hollow! In "The Lost Fairy" Tinker Bell and Prilla search for one of their missing friends while "The Wings of Rani" sees the only wingless fairy, Rani, strive to save her friend Beck from a huge waterfall. "The Most Beautiful D
Ariol #2 Thunder Horse (Ariol Graphic Novels, 2) by Emmanual Guibert
Emmanual Guibert
Idolizing his favorite comic hero, the Knightly Horse, young Ariol aspires to grow up to be a guardian of the stars and endures a series of uproarious misadventures that pit his ambitions against the realities of youth. Original.
Phineas and Ferb Junior Graphic Novel No. 1 Nothing but Trouble by John Green
John Green
Phineas and Ferb create a swimming pool full of gelatin and have loads of fun—until it’s accidentally hit with Dr. Doofenshmirtz’s latest device, a ray designed to turn everything evil! Then, the kids head off to England to visit their grandparents, where Candace uses the detective methods of Sherlo
The Black Death (Graphic Medieval History) by Gary Jeffrey
Gary Jeffrey
In graphic novel format, tells three stories about the first plague that swept medieval Europe.
Far Out Fairy Tales by Powell
Powell
What do you get when classic fairy tales are twisted around, turned inside out, and reworked for the graphic novel format? Far Out Fairy Tales! Discover what Snow White would be like if she were raised by robots. Find out how Cinderella's story plays out when she walks the path of the ninja. Chase d
Captain Kidd, Legendary Pirate Leader (Notorious Pirates Graphics)
Jessica Gunderson
After first hunting pirates, Captain William Kidd turned outlaw himself in the lates 1690s and led his crew to plunder, eventually burying his ill-gotten treasure. With accessible hi-lo text and dynamic graphic novel storytelling, readers can learn more about the exploits of this infamous pirate.
Plants vs. Zombies Boxed Set 7 by Paul Tobin
Paul Tobin
Collecting three Plants vs. Zombies original graphic novels into one deluxe boxed set for your holiday season! The set also includes an exclusive, double-sided poster with a new piece of never-before-seen art by fan-favourite artist Ron Chan on the slipcase! Collects Plants vs. Zombies: Better Homes
Science Comics Prehistoric Mammals From the Jurassic to the Ice Age by Joe Flood
Joe Flood
Learn how mammals survived the test of time in this volume of Science Comics, the smash-hit STEM graphic novel series that has sold over a million copies! Mammals are survivors—when dinosaurs went extinct, they survived. From lush jungles to deep oceans to sweltering deserts, mammals now dominate ne
Marty Milagros DOOMS the Earth A Star League Story, Book 1
Veronica V. Jones
Marty Milagros is a klutz. A clown. A payaso, according to his Mami. And now he has an artificial intelligence living in his brain! This epic, full-color, space adventure graphic novel adventure is perfect for comic fans of Hilo and Last Kids on Earth! Twelve-year-old Marty Milagros is used to getti
Survival of the Fittest Race to the Finish!
Rebecca Donnelly
In this third installment of this full-color graphic novel chapter book, explore the transportations of tomorrow and discover all that animals can do in a science competition! Welcome back to Survival of the Fittest. In this one-of-a-kind game show, creatures from across the animal kingdom showcase
Speed Reader (Volume 1) (The Speed Reader) by Matthew Cody
Matthew Cody
When Zander Fast discovers an old book that gives him the power of super speed, he finds himself the last in a long line of heroes. But is the world ready for a hero right now? The Flash meets The Bad Guys in this all-new, action-packed graphic novel series from the award-winning creator of the Cat
I Survived the American Revolution, 1776
Lauren Tarshis
A gripping graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the American Revolution, 1776 with text adapted by Georgia Ball and art by Leo Trinidad. Nathaniel Fox never imagined he'd find himself in the middle of a blood-soaked battlefield, fighting for his life. He's only eleven