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I CAN READ COMICS LEVEL 1 GN #1

FISH & SUN

(W) Sergio Ruzzier (A) Sergio Ruzzier

Introducing I Can Read Comics, a brand-new early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers. One day, bored little Fish journeys up to the surface of the ocean where it meets Sun, and a wonderful friendship blooms... Only, right in the middle of their fun, Sun starts to set!

I CAN READ COMICS LEVEL 1 GN #2

CLARK SHARK & SCHOOL SING

(W) Bruce Hale (A) Guy Francis

Clark the Shark makes his I Can Read Comic debut! Featuring a bold new comic style by Guy Francis and lively easy-to-read text by Bruce Hale, this Level One I Can Read Comic will have beginning readers ready to take a bite out of reading! Clark the Shark is excited about the School Sing! He can't wait to sing. La-la-laaa! But when Mrs. Inkydink asks the class to sing and dance at the same time, Clark realizes that it is harder than it looks.

I CAN READ COMICS LEVEL 1 HC GN #1

FISH & SUN

(W) Sergio Ruzzier (A) Sergio Ruzzier

Introducing I Can Read Comics, a brand-new early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers. Fish and Sun is a simple yet powerful story about a newfound friendship by Sergio Ruzzier. One day, bored little Fish journeys up to the surface of the ocean where it meets Sun, and a wonderful friendship blooms...Only, right in the middle of their fun, Sun starts to set! Fish and Sun is a Level One I Can Read Comic, perfect for shared reading with young readers new to graphic novel storytelling.

I CAN READ COMICS LEVEL 1 HC GN #2

CLARK SHARK & SCHOOL SING

(W) Bruce Hale (A) Guy Francis

Clark the Shark makes his I Can Read Comic debut! Featuring a bold new comic style by Guy Francis and lively easy-to-read text by Bruce Hale, this Level One I Can Read Comic will have beginning readers ready to take a bite out of reading! Clark the Shark is excited about the School Sing! He can't wait to sing. La-la-laaa! But when Mrs. Inkydink asks the class to sing and dance at the same time, Clark realizes that it is harder than it looks.

I CAN READ COMICS LEVEL 2 GN #1

FRIENDBOTS BLINK & BLANK

(W) Vicky Fang (A) Vicky Fang

Meet the robots Blink and Block in this STEM-inspired, Level Two I Can Read Comic by debut author-illustrator Vicky Fang. Blink is silly and Block is logical, but they quickly discover they're best when they're together. From searching for treasure to learning to compromise to playing pretend, Blink's imagination and Block's clever ideas turn any ordinary day into the most fun ever. When Blink finds a penny and decides to make a wish, will these two new pals find treasure after all-or maybe something even better? Available in softcover and hardcover editions.

I CAN READ COMICS LEVEL 2 HC GN #1

FRIENDBOTS BLINK & BLANK

(W) Vicky Fang (A) Vicky Fang

Introducing I Can Read Comics, a brand-new early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers. Meet the robots Blink and Block in this STEM-inspired, Level Two I Can Read Comic by debut author-illustrator Vicky Fang. Blink is silly and Block is logical, but they quickly discover they're best when they're together. From searching for treasure to learning to compromise to playing pretend, Blink's imagination and Block's clever ideas turn any ordinary day into the most fun ever. Blink is scanning the playground for treasure, but Block is pretty sure there's no gold to be found. When Blink finds a penny and decides to make a wish, will these two new pals find treasure after all-or maybe something even better? Blink and Block Make a Wish is a Level Two I Can Read Comic, geared for kids who are comfortable with comics, can read on their own, but still need a little help.

I CAN READ COMICS LEVEL 3 GN #1

TINY TALES SHELL QUEST

(W) Steph Waldo (A) Steph Waldo

A little slug just wants to fit in in this Level Three I Can Read Comic by debut author-illustrator, Steph Waldo. One day, a little slug spots two critters in the backyard who look just like her... except they have shells! Gasp! Slug thinks she needs a shell of her own to fit in, but finding one is a lot harder than it sounds. Shell Quest is a Level Three I Can Read Comic, a more complex graphic novel story perfect for the independent comics reader.

I CAN READ COMICS LEVEL 3 HC GN #1

TINY TALES SHELL QUEST

(W) Steph Waldo (A) Steph Waldo

Introducing I Can Read Comics, a brand-new early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers. A little slug just wants to fit in in this Level Three I Can Read Comic by debut author-illustrator, Steph Waldo. One day, a little slug spots two critters in the backyard who look just like her... except they have shells! Gasp! Slug thinks she needs a shell of her own to fit in, but finding one is a lot harder than it sounds. Introducing Tiny Tales, a new I Can Read COMIC series featuring very small stories with even smaller stars! Shell Quest is a Level Three I Can Read Comic, a more complex graphic novel story perfect for the independent comics reader.

JOP AND BLIP WANNA KNOW GN #1

CAN HEAR PENGUIN FART ON MARS

(W) Jim Benton (A) Jim Benton (CA) Jim Benton

So, you want to know if you can hear a penguin fart on Mars? Great question! There may never have been a better question asked about a penguin! Robot scientists Jop and Blip set out to answer three seemingly odd yet totally valid questions-Could we hear a penguin fart on Mars?, Can you make a dragon sandwich?, and Why do we need two ears? Along the way, they'll learn other important facts about the atmosphere on Mars, the connection between dinosaurs and birds, the digestive system, the senses, sorting truth from fiction, the way herrings communicate with farts, and so much more!

JOP AND BLIP WANNA KNOW HC #1

CAN HEAR PENGUIN FART ON MARS

(W) Jim Benton (A) Jim Benton (CA) Jim Benton

Two curious robots seek the answers to life's most pressing-and hilarious-questions in this full-color graphic novel series written and illustrated by New York Times bestselling author Jim Benton, the creator of Franny K. Stein and Catwad! So, you want to know if you can hear a penguin fart on Mars? Great question! There may never have been a better question asked about a penguin! What's your starting point? Well, first you're going to need a penguin... Robot scientists Jop and Blip set out to answer three seemingly odd yet totally valid questions-Could we hear a penguin fart on Mars?, Can you make a dragon sandwich?, and Why do we need two ears? Along the way, they'll learn other important facts about the atmosphere on Mars, the connection between dinosaurs and birds, the digestive system, the senses, sorting truth from fiction, the way herrings communicate with farts, and so much more! Using their own brand of logic, critical thinking skills, and humor, Jop and Blip model how to investigate something they're curious about without looking up the answer. Because with Jop and Blip, everything is worth knowing!