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Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
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"In 2016, author Amy Tan grew overwhelmed by the state of the world: Hatred and misinformation became a daily presence on social media, and the country felt more divisive than ever. In search of peace, Tan turned toward the natural world just beyond her window and, specifically, the birds flocking to the feeders in her yard. But what began as an attempt to find solace turned into something far greater -- an opportunity to savor quiet moments during...
Publisher
TidalWave Productions
Language
English
Description
"He seems to be everywhere; on television, in book stores and most recently, elbowed his way into the current political morass. But whether hes firing reality contestants, running a billion dollar corporation, picking fights with celebrities or toying with the idea of a presidential bid, Donald Trumps larger than life persona has been captured for an upcoming Bluewater Productions biography comic.
Political Power: Donald Trump, scheduled for an October...
Publisher
Capstone
Pub. Date
2020
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
President Franklin D. Roosevelt famously called December 7, 1941 "a date which will live in infamy." Follow the soldiers and politicians, both in the US and Japan, through the course of this awful day which marked the United States' entrance into World War II. This graphic nonfiction book tells the story of this fateful day.
4) Monday
Pub. Date
2024
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Poor Monday. Everyone knows he's the worst. Every other day of the week has something wonderful about them, even if Tuesday's best quality is that she's NOT Monday. So Monday tries his best to get people to like him, but Monday is just not cut out for Sunday's naps or Thursday's frantic energy. Finally, he decides to just not show up at all. But when the other days start looking more and more like Monday himself, Monday realizes that everyone has...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
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"Get up close and personal with Apis, one honeybee, as she embarks on her journey through life, complete with exquisitely detailed illustrations. Beginning at birth, the honeybee emerges through the wax cap of her cell and is driven to protect and take care of her hive. She cleans the nursery and feeds the larvae and the queen. But is she strong enough to fly? Not yet! She builds wax comb to store honey, and transfers pollen from other bees into the...
Publisher
TidalWave Productions
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
His vices are legendary. His women are unbelievable. His sanity? Constantly in doubt. And so it comes as no surprise that Charlie Sheen is currently the most fascinating person on the planet. Sheen's rise from actor of some note to Tiger's Blood advocate will be examined in excruciating detail in Bluewater Comics "Toys In The Attic: The Charlie Sheen Story'.
Publisher
TidalWave Productions
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
2012 United States Presidential Election finally concluded with President Barack Obama securing a second term in office but did not come without a fight. Check out the stories of Barack Obama, Mitt Romney, Michele Bachmann, Ron Paul and the Tea Party Movement in one new graphic novel. The Political Power series has been featured on Fox News as well as CNN!
Publisher
NBM
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
A gripping graphic novel illustrates the challenges of Iraq War veterans as well as their inspiring triumphs. After the shock of 9/11, for hundreds of thousands of young Americans there was Ar Ramadi, Baghdad, Abu Ghraibthe war in Iraq. Then came the trauma. From the torment of these vets to their reflections, Morel and artist Mal demonstrate the seemingly impossible return of those who aspire to get back to a normal life. The effort is huge; some...
9) The Colony
Publisher
Europe Comics
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
At the turn of the 20th century, society is in tumult. Anarchist groups have turned from political terrorism to nonviolent revolution, seeking to escape the worlds injustice by returning to nature. Against this backdrop of upheaval, Fortun Henry travels alone to a remote clearing on the edge of the vast Ardennes Forest, there to found his own colony: LEssai. Many will join him. Some will leave. Others will stay. In colors by turns muted and vibrant,...
Publisher
Europe Comics
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
What is cinema? What is its effect on us? Why do we love it so much? These are all questions to which Blutch seeks the answers in his considered and humble way, drawing on his prodigious cultural knowledge and his gift for the comic book form. He references Burt Lancaster, Jean Gabin, Michel Piccoli, Luchino Visconti, Claudia Cardinale, Tarzan, Psychose, and many more. As much comic book as graphic essay, this reverie on the narrative art of image...
Publisher
TidalWave Productions
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
It's liberals versus conservatives, Democrats versus Republicans, BLUE versus RED in this year's high stakes Rock 'Em Sock 'Em robots-style election. Who will get knocked off his block? Only time will tell, but until then, "Political Power: Romney Obama 2012" offers an extensive look at the backgrounds of both candidates.
12) Anne Frank
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Graphic novels aren't just for superheroes! Anne Frank has been plucked from history books and her life and accomplishments have been depicted in informative nonfiction graphic novels. The subject's birth, childhood, education, and holocaust experience have been skillfully told with detailed art. Further reading lists, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles useful in classroom discussion.
13) Desert queen
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This picture book biography in verse follows the life of beloved Rajasthani drag performer Queen Harish, known as the Whirling Desert Queen of Rajasthan. Lit by an inner fire and propelled by a family tragedy, Harish defied the gender conventions of middle class Indian life, battled discrimination and intimidation, and eventually grew up to dance with Bollywood movie stars and on stages across the world. Jyoti Gopal's rhythmic phrases evoke the particular...
14) D Day
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
History comes alive in this nonfiction graphic novel! Readers will follow along as World War II is detailed, from its genesis in the aftermath of World War I, through the rise of Adolf Hitler, and the development of the Atlantic Wall to repel an Allied invasion across the English Channel. Operation Overlord is examined, from early planning, destruction of German infrastructure, and the gathering of men and supplies in England for D-Day, June 6, 1944,...
Publisher
Fantagraphics
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
Praised by The New York Times, Brill's Content and Publishers Weekly, Safe Area Gorazde is the long-awaited and highly sought after 240-page look at war in the former Yugoslavia. Sacco (the critically-acclaimed author of Palestine) spent five months in Bosnia in 1996, immersing himself in the human side of life during wartime, researching stories that are rarely found in conventional news coverage. The book focuses on the Muslim-held enclave of Gorazde,...
Publisher
Saddleback Educational
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Fast-paced and easy-to-read, these softcover 25-page graphic biographies teach students about historical figures: those who lead us into new territory; pursued scientific discoveries; battled injustice and prejudice; and broke down creative and artistic barriers. These biographies offer a variety of rich primary and secondary source material to support teaching to the standards. Using the graphics, students can activate prior knowledge--bridge what...
Publisher
Fantagraphics
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionMaster cartoonist Mikael Ross (The Thud) tells the story of Beethoven from 1778 to his first major public appearance in Vienna in 1795. It begins when the family is living a difficult life in Bonn. Father Johann battles with alcoholism and is deep in debt. Only young Ludwig and his talent at the piano offer any hope for the future if only he would stop composing his own pieces and just play whats expected...
Publisher
Europe Comics
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
What do younger generations know about the terrible tragedy that shook America and the world on September 11, 2001? In this gripping documentary work by journalist Baptiste Bouthier and illustrator Helose Chochois, we first learn about the historic day from several inside perspectives. In the second half, the authors take stock of 9/11 in the days, weeks, and years that followed, from tramautized America to George W. Bush's crusade against the "axis...
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