The Best Kids' Comic Books & Graphic Novels 2025

1. Big Nate and Friends (Original) (Paperback)

Join Nate in this collection of his funniest moments, as he confronts the pressures and concerns of sixth grade with his classic hilarity. Sixth-grader Nate Wright is on top of the world . . . with a little help from his friends! His best buddies, Francis and Teddy, stick with Nate through thick and thin--usually thin. They've seen it all. Nate's disastrous love life, his chess tournament trash talking, even his misguided attempt to be a "bad boy." Along the way, Nate and his pals are joined by Artur, the gentle exchange student who's popular with almost everyone. And don't forget Gina, the teacher's pet who gets an "A" for annoying. They're all here in this collection of cartoons, featuring highlights from Nate's most hilarious adventures. Now in full-color!

Big Nate Big Nate and Friends: Volume 3, Book 3, (Paperback) Author: Andrews McMeel Publishing ISBN: 9781449420437 Format: Paperback Publication Date: 2011-12-06 Page Count: 224

2. Big Nate: Revenge of the Cream Puffs

Here come the Cream Puffs! Nate and his baseball team, saddled with the most embarrassing moniker in Little League history, want to show the world they're not just a bunch of cupcakes. But it won't be easy. Their opponents mock them. The local sports section misprints Nate's name--THREE TIMES. And now, on the day of the big game, illness and injuries have the team facing a crushing defeat . . . unless the unlikeliest Cream Puff of all can come in from the bullpen and save the day. With a softhearted pitcher who channels his inner panda, a vengeful girlfriend who swings for the fences, and a healthy dose of Nate Wright mojo, the Cream Puffs just might have what it takes to stage an epic comeback. So grab a glove, smear on some eyeblack, and get in the game. You don't want to miss a single moment of Revenge of the Cream Puffs !

Big Nate: Revenge of the Cream Puffs

3. Phoebe and Her Unicorn Razzle Dazzle Unicorn: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure Volume 4, Book 4, (Paperback)

Get ready to be bedazzled! Dana Simpson's Phoebe and Her Unicorn is back with more sparkles than ever! In this fourth volume of the series, join in the adventure as Phoebe and Marigold confront messy rooms, trouble at school, and a nasty case of "Sparkle Fever." Follow the pair back to Camp Wolfgang, where their old pals Sue (a.k.a. "Monster Girl") and Ringo, the lake creature, remind them that being weird is WAY more fun than being normal.

Get ready to be bedazzled! Dana Simpson's Phoebe and Her Unicorn is back with more sparkles than ever! In this fourth volume, join in the adventure as Phoebe and Marigold confront messy rooms, trouble at school, and a nasty case of Sparkle Fever ISBN13: 9781449477912 Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing Publication Year: 2016 Format: Paperback Pages: 184

4. The Collected Essex County (Paperback)

Read the beloved classic that inspired the CBC miniseries! New York Times Bestselling cartoonist Jeff Lemire pays tribute to his roots with Essex County, an award-winning trilogy of graphic novels set in an imaginary version of his hometown, the eccentric farming community of Essex County, Ontario, Canada. Where does a young boy turn when his whole world suddenly disappears? What turns two brothers from an unstoppable team into bitterly estranged loners? How does the simple-hearted care of one middle-aged nurse reveal the scars of an entire community, and can anything heal the wounds caused by a century of deception? Award-winning cartoonist Jeff Lemire pays tribute to his roots with Essex County, an award-winning trilogy of graphic novels set in an imaginary version of his hometown, the eccentric farming community of Essex County, Ontario, Canada. Here, Lemire crafts an intimate study of one community through the years, and a tender meditation on family, memory, grief, secrets, and reconciliation. With the lush, expressive inking of a young artist at the height of his powers, Lemire draws us in and sets us free. This new edition collects the complete, critically-acclaimed trilogy (Tales from the Farm, Ghost Stories, and The Country Nurse) in one deluxe volume! Also included are over 40-pages of previously unpublished material, including two new stories.

Read the beloved classic that inspired the CBC miniseries! New York Times Bestselling cartoonist Jeff Lemire pays tribute to his roots with Essex County, an award-winning trilogy of graphic novels set in an imaginary version of his hometown, the eccentric farming community of Essex County, Ontario, Canada. Where does a young boy turn when his whole world suddenly disappears? What turns two brothers from an unstoppable team into bitterly estranged loners? How does the simple-hearted care of one middle-aged nurse reveal the scars of an entire community, and can anything heal the wounds caused by a century of deception? Award-winning cartoonist Jeff Lemire pays tribute to his roots with Essex County, an award-winning trilogy of graphic novels set in an imaginary version of his hometown, the eccentric farming community of Essex County, Ontario, Canada. Here, Lemire crafts an intimate study of one community through the years, and a tender meditation on family, memory, grief, secrets, and reconciliation. With the lush, expressive inking of a young artist at the height of his powers, Lemire draws us in and sets us free. This new edition collects the complete, critically-acclaimed trilogy (Tales from the Farm, Ghost Stories, and The Country Nurse) in one deluxe volume! Also included are over 40-pages of previously unpublished material, including two new stories.

5. Pokémon Adventures: Heartgold and Soulsi Pokémon Adventures: Heartgold and Soulsilver, Vol. 1, Book 1, (Paperback)

Awesome adventures inspired by the best-selling Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver video games! All your favorite Pokémon game characters jump out of the screen into the pages of this action-packed manga! Your favorite Pokémon Trainers Gold and Silver are back! Crystal too! And so is Team Rocket... In this two-volume thriller, troublemaker Gold and feisty Silver must team up again to find their old enemy Lance and the Legendary Pokémon Arceus. Meanwhile, Team Rocket is on the rampage digging up, stealing and collecting 16 mysterious plates for some nefarious purpose known only to them... What is the hidden power of the 16 plates, and what do they symbolize...?

Pokémon Adventures: Heartgold and Soulsi Pokémon Adventures: Heartgold and Soulsilver, Vol. 1, Book 1, (Paperback) Author: Viz Media - Children's ISBN: 9781421559001 Format: Paperback Publication Date: 2013-08-06 Page Count: 208

6. Pre-Owned Teen Titans Go! (Tm): Robin Rules! (Paperback) by Annie Auerbach

9780316333337. Pre-owned: Good condition. Trade paperback. Language: English. Pages: 96. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 96 p. Contains: Unspecified. Teen Titans Go!. Intended for a juvenile audience. "Based on the episodes 'Driver's ed' written by Tab Murphy and 'Super Robin' written by Adam Stein."

9780316333337. Pre-owned: Good condition. Trade paperback. Language: English. Pages: 96. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 96 p. Contains: Unspecified. Teen Titans Go!. Intended for a juvenile audience. "Based on the episodes 'Driver's ed' written by Tab Murphy and 'Super Robin' written by Adam Stein."