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Publisher
Papercutz
Language
English
Description
Modern-day kids Annie and Nico go on a magical history tour through time to study the development of slavery. Learn about the horrors of the Middle Passage, brave abolitionists, and famour slave revolts, such as Ilat Turner's Rebellion. Also discover the impacts of slavery and the ways in which the global community has responded to a history of injustice. All this and more with Annie and Nico as helpful guides in this pocket-sized book.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"[In this graphic novel adaptation,] Barry's family tries to evacuate before Hurricane Katrina hits their home in New Orleans. But when Barry's little sister gets terribly sick, they're forced to stay home and wait out the storm. At first, Katrina doesn't seem to be as bad as predicted. But overnight the levees break, and Barry's world is literally torn apart. He's swept away by the floodwaters, away from his family. Can he survive the storm of the...
Author
Publisher
Papercutz
Language
English
Description
Current day kids Annie and Nico travel back to--ancient China to witness the construction of one of the most impressive architectural feats: The Great Wall of China. A system of walls and borders built to bolster the Silk Road and keep out intruders. Discover all the ins and outs of this gargantuan structure (in fact: it's comprised of 16 walls) with Nico and Annie as your friendly time-traveling tour guides. Who knows, their fun fact finding journey...
4) Red scare
Author
Publisher
Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic Press
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"In the aftermath of the Korean War, Peggy's small hometown is rife with anti-Communist hysteria. But Peggy has bigger problems: She's struggling to recover from polio. Taunted by her classmates, Peggy just wants to be a normal kid, until she stumbles across a mysterious object that gives her the power to fly. Unscrupulous operatives from the American and Soviet governments seek the object to overturn the tense political stalemate, and Peggy finds...
Author
Series
I survived volume 17
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
No grizzly has ever killed a human in Glacier National Park before... until tonight. Eleven-year-old Melody Vega and her family come to Glacier every year. Mel loves it here -- the beautiful landscapes and wildlife make it easy to forget her real-world troubles. But this year is different. With Mom gone, every moment in the park is a reminder of the past. Then Mel comes face-to-face with a mighty grizzly. She knows basic bear safety: Don't turn your...
6) Enlightened
Author
Publisher
Atheneum
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Prince Siddhartha lives in a beautiful palace in the heart of Kapilavastu. His father, the king, ensures that he has the best of everything -- he just can't go outside. He is locked up away from the city, away from anything that might cause him pain. He knows nothing of illness, aging, sorrow, or death, yet Siddhartha feels the pain regardless, and it instills a burning curiosity to understand the world outside -- and the nature of human suffering....
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"A graphic novel retelling of the inspiring true story of polymath Santiago Ramon y Cajal, visionary pioneer of modern neuroscience, and his early dreams of becoming an artist. As a young boy, all Santiago wanted to do was be an artist. But his father wanted him to become a doctor, insisting that pursuing art was not a true profession. Although Santiago was forbidden by his parents to make art, Santiago secretly kept at it--making homemade paints...
Author
Publisher
Papercutz
Language
English
Description
"Current day kids Annie and Nico travel back to ancient Egypt. That's about 4,500 years ago, when the world's largest pyramid was built, The Great Pyramid of Giza. It's also called the Pyramid of Cheops because it was built for the Pharaoh Cheops, who wanted to be buried in it when he died. That's right--pyramids are giant tombs! It was the first of seven buildings known as The Seven Ancient Wonders of the World--and it's the only one still standing!...
Author
Publisher
Papercutz
Language
English
Description
"Launched in 1912, the Titanic was the biggest, most luxurious, and safest ship of its time. On its first journey, however, the Titanic sank after hitting and iceberg. For a long time, this remained the most tragic incident in maritime history. Join modern-day kids Annie and Nico as they witness history with their own eyes through the magic of comics story-telling." -- Back cover.
A graphic look at the sinking of the Titanic.
10) Hoops
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
"A work of fiction inspired by a true story, Matt Tavares's debut graphic novel dramatizes the historic struggle for gender equality in high school sports. It is 1975 in Indiana, and the Wilkins Regional High School girls' basketball team is in their rookie season. Despite being undefeated, they practice at night in the elementary school and play to empty bleachers. Unlike the boys' team, the Lady Bears have no buses to deliver them to away games...
Author
Publisher
Drawn + Quarterly
Language
English
Description
"In Are You Willing To Die For The Cause? Quebec-born cartoonist Chris Oliveros sets out to dispel common misconceptions about the birth and early years of a movement that, while now defunct, still holds a tight grip on the hearts and minds of Quebec citizenry and Canadian politics. There are no initials more volatile in Quebec history than F-L-Q. Standing for the Front de libřation du Qub̌ec (or in English, the Quebec Liberation Front).The original...
Author
Series
Publisher
VIZ Media
Language
English
Description
"After dealing with several demonic enemies aboard the Infinity Train, Tanjiro, Zenitsu and Inosuke must face the demon spirt of the train itself! Even if they can stop the demon train, the minions of Muzan Kibutsuji are still out there and Tanjiro must continue to improve his strength and skills. Learning the secret of the Hikonami Kagura and Flame Breathing will give him a powerful new advantage."--Page [4] of cover..
Author
Series
Publisher
VIZ Media LLC
Language
English
Description
"In Taisho-era Japan, Tanjiro Kamado is a kindhearted boy who makes a living selling charcoal. But his peaceful life is shattered when a demon slaughters his entire family. His little sister Nezuko is the only survivor, but she has been transformed into a demon herself! Tanjiro sets out on a dangerous journey to find a way to return his sister to normal and destroy the demon who ruined his life... The members of the Demon Slayer Corps are sworn to...
Author
Series
Publisher
VIZ Media LLC
Language
English
Description
While under the care of the Demon Slayer Corps leaders, Shinobu, Tanjiro, Zenitusu, Inosuke and Zesuko have recovered. They have even learned a new and powerful technique--Total Concentration! They'll need this new power and all their skill on their next demon-hunting mission aborad the mysterious Infinity Train as it takes them into the dreams of demons!"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
VIZ Media LLC
Language
English
Description
"In Taisho-era Japan, Tanjiro Kamado is a kindhearted boy who makes a living selling charcoal. But his peaceful life is shattered when a demon slaughters his entire family. His little sister Nezuko is the only survivor, but she has been transformed into a demon herself! Tanjiro sets out on a dangerous journey to find a way to return his sister to normal and destroy the demon who ruined his life... Tanjiro and his friends accompany the Hashira Tengen...
Author
Publisher
Andrews McMeel Publishing
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"Fourteen-year-old Enola Holmes wakes on her birthday to discover that her mother has disappeared from the family's country manor, leaving only a collection of flowers and a coded message book. With Sherlock and Mycroft determined to ship her off to a boarding school, Enola escapes, displaying a cleverness that even impresses the elder Holmes. But nothing prepares her for what lies ahead."--
Author
Series
I survived (Graphic novels) volume 8
Publisher
Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic Press
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Nathaniel Fox never imagined he’d find himself in the middle of a blood-soaked battlefield, fighting for his life. He’s only eleven years old! He’s barely paid attention to the troubles between America and England. Instead, he’s been worked to the bone by his cruel uncle. But when his uncle's rage forces him to flee home suddenly, Nate finds himself in New York City, in the middle of the American Revolution. He encounters an old friend and...
Author
Publisher
Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Courage to Dream plunges readers into the darkest time of human history--the Holocaust. This graphic novel explores one of the greatest atrocities in modern memory, delving into the core of what it means to face the extinction of everything and everyone you hold dear. Woven from Jewish folklore and cultural history, five interlocking narratives explore one common story--the tradition of resistance and uplift."--
Author
Series
Publisher
VIZ Media, LLC
Language
English
Description
"In Taisho-era Japan, Tanjiro Kamado is a kindhearted boy who makes a living selling charcoal. But his peaceful life is shattered when a demon slaughters his entire family. His little sister Nezuko is the only survivor, but she has been transformed into a demon herself! Tanjiro sets out on a dangerous journey to find a way to return his sister to normal and destroy the demon who ruined his life... Tanjiro goes to see the Stone Hashira, Himejima, who...
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