Best Graphic Middle-Grade Books of 2025

by Natalie Babbitt ; adapted by K. Woodman-Maynard ; illustrated by K. Woodman-Maynard

An homage navigated with confidence and care, as wise and wonderful as the original. Full review >

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by Jessixa Bagley ; illustrated by Aaron Bagley

A funny, heartfelt look at growing up and pushing back against narrow expectations. Full review >

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by Don Brown ; illustrated by Don Brown

Expansive, engaging, and lucid. Full review >

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by Scott Campbell ; illustrated by Scott Campbell

A wildly original tale with the buddy-based charm of Frog and Toad but imbued with a wacky energy all its own. Full review >

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by Gale Galligan ; illustrated by Gale Galligan ; color by K Czap

A hilarious and undeniably endearing tale of tweenhood. Full review >

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by Guojing ; illustrated by Guojing

A thought-provoking, affecting allegory that reflects difficult realities yet is filled with love. Full review >

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by Shannon Hale ; illustrated by Marcela Cespedes ; color by Lark Pien

Heartfelt and accessible: another winner from a beloved author. Full review >

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by Maple Lam ; illustrated by Maple Lam

A stellar illustration of the time-honored, universal power of friendship, communication, and mutual trust. Full review >

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by Anne Lambelet ; illustrated by Anne Lambelet

An informative, buoyant, and wildly original look at some marine marvels. Full review >

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by Lindsey Leigh ; illustrated by Lindsey Leigh

Burrows brilliantly into its topic with a will and a wink. Full review >

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by Peter McCarty ; illustrated by Peter McCarty

Striking and provocative. Full review >

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by Sarah Sax ; illustrated by Sarah Sax ; color by Liana Sposto

Emotionally astute and sure to inspire readers to embrace dancing to their own beat. Full review >

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by Mika Song ; illustrated by Mika Song

A deeply satisfying adventure for readers young and old. Full review >

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by Raina Telgemeier & Scott McCloud ; illustrated by Raina Telgemeier & Scott McCloud ; color by Beniam C. Hollman

Highly imaginative and cleverly conceived. Full review >

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by Stan Yan ; illustrated by Stan Yan

Slightly spooky and filled with humor and heart. Full review >

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