School librarians will tell you that the graphic novel is the most popular book format for elementary readers. So, why not give readers what they want? Excellent stories told in graphic novel format!<\/p>\n
And don\u2019t worry, graphic novels build reading skills in abundance. Readers are predicting, inferring, building background knowledge, learning new words, asking questions, and synthesizing information, among other literacy skills.<\/p>\n
Plain and simple, graphic novels count as reading.<\/p>\n
They grow readers.<\/p>\n
They hook kids on books!<\/p>\n
It\u2019s a win-win-win!<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s look at twelve graphic novel adaptations to share with readers ages 7 to 12. These adaptations of popular prose children\u2019s books are the same stories with the same characters presented visually. (And kids will love them!)<\/p>\n
yes no Growing Reader: 9780593174685 Magic Tree House Series by Mary Pope Osborne, graphic novel adapted by Jenny Laird, illustrated by Kelly Matthews and Nichole Matthews <\/p>\n
Siblings Jack and Annie discover a treehouse in the woods that transports them to various historical times where they solve a problem before returning home. In the first book, Jack and Annie travel to prehistoric times and save a group of baby dinosaurs in trouble. This series is just right for growing readers with its elements of adventure, magic, and fascinating historical information.<\/p>\n
9780593615690 Amber Brown Is Not a Crayon<\/i> by Paula Danziger, graphic novel illustrated by Victoria Ying <\/p>\n
When third-grader Amber learns her best friend, Justin, is moving away, she\u2019s sad and mad because Justin seems excited about the move. The best friends get into a big fight and stop talking to each other. Can Amber fix their friendship troubles before Justin leaves? Readers who want relatable friendship stories will delight in this charming graphic novel.<\/p>\n
yes no Tween: 9780593126318 Turtle in Paradise<\/i> by Jennifer L. Holm and Savanna Ganucheau <\/p>\n
Set in the Depression, Turtle\u2019s mom sends Turtle to stay with relatives in Key West, Florida. As Turtle adjusts to her new situation, she and her wild boy cousins discover fun adventures, treasure hunts, and family secrets, all of which help Turtle come out of her shell. This is a heartwarming choice for readers who love atmospheric historical fiction novels.<\/p>\n
9781662660023 Garvey’s Choice<\/i> by Nikki Grimes, graphic novel illustrated by Theodore Taylor III <\/p>\n
Garvey is miserable at home with his dad pushing him to do sports and miserable at school with kids bullying him for his size. Then, a new friend helps Garvey accept himself and find his passion for singing. Kids who like contemporary stories about growing up, friendship, and family will love this poetic story.<\/p>\n
9781368075008 Rick Riordan Presents: Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky<\/i> by Kwame Mbalia, graphic novel adapted by Robert Venditti, illustrated by Olivia Stephens <\/p>\n
After a bus accident kills his friend Eddie, 7th grader Tristan visits his grandparents\u2019 farm, where a doll creature steals Eddie\u2019s journal. When Tristan tries to get it back, he accidentally punches a hole in the sky, landing him in MidPass. To get home, he must work with heroes like John Henry and Brer Rabbit and barter with the trickster god Anansi. Readers who love adventurous heroes’ journeys will love this novel filled with African and Black American folklore and themes of grief and growing up.<\/p>\n
9780593484852 Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library<\/i> by Chris Grabenstein, graphic novel illustrated by Douglas Holgate <\/p>\n
When Mr. Lemoncello, the town\u2019s game creator and library designer, invites 12 students for a library sleepover, the kids are thrilled about the opportunity. But the fun fizzles when they\u2019re locked in the library the next morning. To leave, the students must solve tricky puzzles and work together. Fans of mysteries, puzzles, and everything bookish will enjoy this story.<\/p>\n
9781368075053 Rick Riordan Presents: Aru Shah and the End of Time<\/i> by Roshani Chokshi, graphic novel adapted by Joe Caramagna, illustrated by Anu Chouhan <\/p>\n
Chronic liar Aru Shah tells a whopper, accidentally frees a demon, and freezes her classmates and mom in time. To fix her mess, Aru journeys through the Kingdom of Death to find the five brothers from a Hindu legend. Her danger-filled journey is one of redemption, representation, and important life lessons. Readers who love unique characters, mythology, and fantasy will be hooked on this graphic novel adaptation.<\/p>\n
9780553535174 His Dark Materials: The Golden Compass<\/i> by Philip Pullman, graphic novel adapted by Stephane Melchior, illustrated by Clement Oubrerie <\/p>\n
A plucky orphan girl named Lyra, her daemon familiar, and an armored polar bear travel to the witch-clan-ruled North to save Lyra\u2019s friend from kidnappers. Their exciting quest is filled with adventure, danger, betrayal, and mythical creatures with themes of science vs. religion, appealing to readers who love unique, magical worlds and plucky heroines.<\/p>\n
9780593376478 Sweet Valley Twins Series by Francine Pascal, graphic novel adapted by Nicole Andelfinger, illustrated by Claudia Aguirre <\/p>\n
Stories of these identical twins were popular when I was growing up, and now they\u2019re rebooted in graphic novel format for tweens. In this new graphic novel series, readers will discover relatable stories of middle school drama and sibling rivalry as the twin sisters figure out their separate identities.<\/p>\n
9781368100823 Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief<\/i> by Rick Riordan, graphic novel adapted by Robert Venditti, illustrated by Orpheus Collar and Attila Futaki, color by Jos\u00e9 Villarrubia <\/p>\n
When Percy Jackson learns he\u2019s a demi-god hunted by monsters, he goes to Camp Half-Blood for protection. But when he\u2019s accused of theft and war looms between the gods, Percy and two friends must leave the camp and embark on a dangerous quest to find a stolen lightning bolt. Readers everywhere love this popular fantasy series filled with mythology, adventure, and unexpected twists and turns.<\/p>\n
9780399244810 Redwall<\/i> by Brian Jacques, graphic novel illustrated by Bret Blevins <\/p>\n
The woodland animal inhabitants of Redwall learn that rats are about to attack their peaceful city. Mattias, a novice monk and mouse, leaves on a quest to find the famed lost sword of Martin the Warrior, the only chance to save his community from the evil horde\u2019s attack. Kids who love epic good vs. evil fantasy stories with quests and battles will love this exciting tale. <\/p>\n
9780375867934 The City of Ember<\/i> by Jeanne DuPrau, graphic novel adapted by Dallas Middaugh, illustrated by Niklas Asker <\/p>\n
Lina and Doon live in the underground city of Ember, where supplies like lightbulbs run dangerously low. When the friends find a parchment that may lead them to the Earth above, Lina and Doon set off on a dangerous and forbidden quest that will either save their city or get them locked up. Readers who love dystopian worlds and heroic kids won\u2019t want to miss this unique story.<\/p>\n
Graphic novels build reading skills in abundance, grow readers, and hook kids on books! Here are 12 graphic novel adaptations to share with readers ages 7 to 12. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":64,"featured_media":112303,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[68,75,76,100],"coauthors":[13],"class_list":["post-112290","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-graphic-novels","tag-fantasy","tag-adventure","tag-adaptations","ages_stages-growing-reader","ages_stages-tween"],"yoast_head":"\n