Uh-oh… Mei Mei broke Ama’s favorite cup 😬
When the cat takes the blame 🐱, the truth can’t stay hidden.
A tender, relatable story about honesty, guilt & family love—perfect for storytime! 💛
www.xfang.studio
#FamilyReading #BigFeelings
Uh-oh… Mei Mei broke Ama’s favorite cup 😬
When the cat takes the blame 🐱, the truth can’t stay hidden.
A tender, relatable story about honesty, guilt & family love—perfect for storytime! 💛
www.xfang.studio
#FamilyReading #BigFeelings
"The Cartoonists Club" by Raina Telgemeier & Scott McCloud * Grades 3-5 * Genre: Realistic Fiction✏️🎨
A one-of-a-kind friendship story about creativity and self-expression that blends how-to and comics magic. Perfect for aspiring artists!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
"The Cartoonists Club" by Raina Telgemeier & Scott McCloud * Grades 3-5 * Genre: Realistic Fiction✏️🎨
A one-of-a-kind friendship story about creativity and self-expression that blends how-to and comics magic. Perfect for aspiring artists!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
In this beautiful modern folktale, Ah-Fu sets out to bring his family’s ox home—unsure he’s big enough to do it. With gentle wisdom, stunning Chinese brush–style art, & a powerful message about self-confidence, this book is perfect for storytime & SEL conversations.
In this beautiful modern folktale, Ah-Fu sets out to bring his family’s ox home—unsure he’s big enough to do it. With gentle wisdom, stunning Chinese brush–style art, & a powerful message about self-confidence, this book is perfect for storytime & SEL conversations.
"Chip Plays Grown-Up" by Maddie Frost * Grades K-2 * Genre: Animal Fantasy, Humor
In this relatable tale, a young penguin swaps roles with his mom in a scheme to stay up late, but learns being a grown-up isn't as easy as it looks!🐧❤️🐧
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
"Chip Plays Grown-Up" by Maddie Frost * Grades K-2 * Genre: Animal Fantasy, Humor
In this relatable tale, a young penguin swaps roles with his mom in a scheme to stay up late, but learns being a grown-up isn't as easy as it looks!🐧❤️🐧
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
"Almost Sunset" by Wahab Algarmi * Grades 3-5 * Genre: Realistic Fiction, Sports
Hassan must navigate the expectations of his Muslim identity and the pressures of school life in this relatable and uplifting coming-of-age tale.
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
"Almost Sunset" by Wahab Algarmi * Grades 3-5 * Genre: Realistic Fiction, Sports
Hassan must navigate the expectations of his Muslim identity and the pressures of school life in this relatable and uplifting coming-of-age tale.
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
Big Bike, Little Bike is a hilarious, heartfelt story about perspective, friendship, & one unforgettable bike. Perfect for elementary readers!
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#PictureBookLove #TexasReads #LibraryStorytime
Big Bike, Little Bike is a hilarious, heartfelt story about perspective, friendship, & one unforgettable bike. Perfect for elementary readers!
@kdubaygillis.bsky.social @jacobsouva.bsky.social
#PictureBookLove #TexasReads #LibraryStorytime
"Barnacle Bay" by Jana Curll * Grades K-5 * Genre: Science, Humor
This silly, pun-filled story introduces the wonders of marine life and the habitats they call home. Great for kids interest in animals as well as Narwhal and Jelly fans!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
"Barnacle Bay" by Jana Curll * Grades K-5 * Genre: Science, Humor
This silly, pun-filled story introduces the wonders of marine life and the habitats they call home. Great for kids interest in animals as well as Narwhal and Jelly fans!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
It was so tough, but we've selected a diverse collection of 30 graphic novels for children in grades K-5 sure to tempt even the most reluctant readers!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
It was so tough, but we've selected a diverse collection of 30 graphic novels for children in grades K-5 sure to tempt even the most reluctant readers!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
Camping is fun… until a bear finds the snacks! This fractured fairy tale delivers giggles, camping chaos, & a fresh twist kids will love—perfect for storytime!
#FracturedFairyTale #StorytimeFun #PictureBookLaughs
Camping is fun… until a bear finds the snacks! This fractured fairy tale delivers giggles, camping chaos, & a fresh twist kids will love—perfect for storytime!
#FracturedFairyTale #StorytimeFun #PictureBookLaughs
Check back each Tuesday & Thursday (and some Fridays) over the next 8 weeks as we highlight one special book from the list. 📔
#TX2x2Reading
Check back each Tuesday & Thursday (and some Fridays) over the next 8 weeks as we highlight one special book from the list. 📔
#TX2x2Reading
1) Atana and the Firebird by Vivian Zhou. Grades: 3-5. Genre: Fantasy, Adventure
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
1) Atana and the Firebird by Vivian Zhou. Grades: 3-5. Genre: Fantasy, Adventure
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
"Simone" by Viet Thanh Nguyen, illustrated by Minnie Phan. Grades K-2. Genre: Realistic Fiction
This powerful story, straddling two generations and two countries, shows how communities come together in tough times and the youngest can imagine the path to a better future.
"Simone" by Viet Thanh Nguyen, illustrated by Minnie Phan. Grades K-2. Genre: Realistic Fiction
This powerful story, straddling two generations and two countries, shows how communities come together in tough times and the youngest can imagine the path to a better future.
"We Are Big Time" by Hena Khan, illustrated by Safiya Zerrougui. Grades 3-5. Genre: Sports, Realistic Fiction
Inspired by a true story, new Muslim student Aliya joins an all-girls, hijab-wearing basketball team and learns about teamwork and herself.
#kidsgraphicnovels
"We Are Big Time" by Hena Khan, illustrated by Safiya Zerrougui. Grades 3-5. Genre: Sports, Realistic Fiction
Inspired by a true story, new Muslim student Aliya joins an all-girls, hijab-wearing basketball team and learns about teamwork and herself.
#kidsgraphicnovels
"The Light Inside" by Dan Misdea. Grades K-2. Genre: Fantasy, Scary
In this heartwarming, wordless tale, a timid jack-o'-lantern finds its courage in the darkest of places while searching for its favorite toy.
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
"The Light Inside" by Dan Misdea. Grades K-2. Genre: Fantasy, Scary
In this heartwarming, wordless tale, a timid jack-o'-lantern finds its courage in the darkest of places while searching for its favorite toy.
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
"Alterations" by Ray Xu. Grades: 3-5. Genre: Realistic Fiction
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
"Alterations" by Ray Xu. Grades: 3-5. Genre: Realistic Fiction
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
1) Atana and the Firebird by Vivian Zhou. Grades: 3-5. Genre: Fantasy, Adventure
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
1) Atana and the Firebird by Vivian Zhou. Grades: 3-5. Genre: Fantasy, Adventure
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
"Nancy Spector, Monster Detective: The Case of the Missing Spot" by Stephen W. Martin, illustrated by Linh Pham. Grades K-5. Genre: Fantasy, Mystery, Scary
It's not easy to find a lost invisible dog! Perfect for fans of "Dungeon Critters" and "The Mighty Jack".
"Nancy Spector, Monster Detective: The Case of the Missing Spot" by Stephen W. Martin, illustrated by Linh Pham. Grades K-5. Genre: Fantasy, Mystery, Scary
It's not easy to find a lost invisible dog! Perfect for fans of "Dungeon Critters" and "The Mighty Jack".
For the full 2025 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List, visit txla.org/tools-resour...
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
For the full 2025 Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List, visit txla.org/tools-resour...
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
"Super Small: Miniature Marvels of the Natural World" by Tiffany Stone, illustrated by Ashley Spires. Grades K-2. Genre: Poetry, Science (non-fiction)
Zany rhymes and engaging illustrations make these tiny superheroes (and supervillains) pop from the page!
#kidsgraphicnovels
"Super Small: Miniature Marvels of the Natural World" by Tiffany Stone, illustrated by Ashley Spires. Grades K-2. Genre: Poetry, Science (non-fiction)
Zany rhymes and engaging illustrations make these tiny superheroes (and supervillains) pop from the page!
#kidsgraphicnovels
"Taxi Ghost" by Sophie Escabasse. Grades 3-5. Genre: Fantasy
In this hilarious & heartwarming story, a young girl learns puberty brings big changes...like seeing ghosts! Helping these spectral visitors shows her the power of compassion and community.
#kidsgraphicnovels
"Taxi Ghost" by Sophie Escabasse. Grades 3-5. Genre: Fantasy
In this hilarious & heartwarming story, a young girl learns puberty brings big changes...like seeing ghosts! Helping these spectral visitors shows her the power of compassion and community.
#kidsgraphicnovels
"Sky and Ty: Howdy, Partner" by Steve Breen. Grades K-2. Genre: Animal Fantasy, Humor
Meet the new cowgirl and her T. Rex pardner delivering delightful laughs and rollicking adventure along with their packages. No task is too big or too small for this duo!
#kidsgraphicnovels
"Sky and Ty: Howdy, Partner" by Steve Breen. Grades K-2. Genre: Animal Fantasy, Humor
Meet the new cowgirl and her T. Rex pardner delivering delightful laughs and rollicking adventure along with their packages. No task is too big or too small for this duo!
#kidsgraphicnovels
"Looking for Peppermint or Life in the Forest" by Maxwell Eaton III. Grades K-5. Genre: Science (non-fiction), Adventure
A delightful mix of facts and fiction; this tale of a lost pup leads to loads of learning about the great outdoors!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
"Looking for Peppermint or Life in the Forest" by Maxwell Eaton III. Grades K-5. Genre: Science (non-fiction), Adventure
A delightful mix of facts and fiction; this tale of a lost pup leads to loads of learning about the great outdoors!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
1) "Boom!" by by Paul Meisel. Grades K-2.
Link to full 2025 reading list in our Bio!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
1) "Boom!" by by Paul Meisel. Grades K-2.
Link to full 2025 reading list in our Bio!
#littlemavericklist #kidsgraphicnovels
"Scroll" by Hui Li.Grade K-2. Genre: Realistic Fiction, Fantasy
Spanning themes of art and history, this inventive story introduces children to Chinese characters, celebrates family and tradition, and shows how ingenuity and kindness can save the day.
#kidsgraphicnovels
"Scroll" by Hui Li.Grade K-2. Genre: Realistic Fiction, Fantasy
Spanning themes of art and history, this inventive story introduces children to Chinese characters, celebrates family and tradition, and shows how ingenuity and kindness can save the day.
#kidsgraphicnovels
"The Night Librarian" by Christopher Lincoln. Grades 3-5. Genre: Fantasy, Mystery
Two siblings discover characters are literally bursting from the books in their favorite library. Aided by the Night Librarian, they must put a stop to the chaos and destruction before it's too late!
"The Night Librarian" by Christopher Lincoln. Grades 3-5. Genre: Fantasy, Mystery
Two siblings discover characters are literally bursting from the books in their favorite library. Aided by the Night Librarian, they must put a stop to the chaos and destruction before it's too late!