2011 Best Books for Children: Graphic Novels & Illustrated Chapter Books

by Brian Selznick illustrated by Brian Selznick

Visually stunning, completely compelling, Wonderstruck demonstrates a mastery and maturity that proves that, yes, lightning... Full review >

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by Frank Cottrell Boyce photographed by Carl Hunter Clare Heney

Chingis explains to their teacher that little Nergui’s hat must stay on, like a hunting eagle’s hood. Such casual references... Full review >

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by Richard Peck illustrated by Kelly Murphy

Sheer delight. Full review >

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by Ben Hatke & illustrated by Ben Hatke

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by Lauren Oliver & illustrated by Kei Acedera

In her first work for middle-grade readers, the versatile Oliver (Before I Fall, 2010, and Delirium, 2011) deftly creates... Full review >

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by Matt Phelan & illustrated by Matt Phelan

Three true tales of adventure as grand and admirable in the telling as they were in the doing. Full review >

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by Carmen Agra Deedy & Randall Wright & illustrated by Barry Moser

Readers with great expectations will find them fully satisfied by this tongue-in-cheek romp through a historic public House... Full review >

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by Chris Moriarty & illustrated by Mark Edward Geyer

A marvelous, mystical romp that doesn’t ignore reality. A hint of a possible sequel whets readers’ appetite for more: Yes,... Full review >

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by Gill Lewis & illustrated by Yuta Onoda

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by Avi illustrated by Greg Ruth

Heroic deeds, narrow escapes, dastardly villains, amazing coincidences and a family rich in love and hope are all part of an... Full review >

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by Jennifer L. Holm & Matthew Holm & illustrated by Jennifer L. Holm & Matthew Holm

If ever a new series deserved to go viral, this one does. (Graphic novel. 7-9) Full review >

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by Cynthia Voigt & illustrated by Louise Yates

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by Allen Say & illustrated by Allen Say

Aesthetically superb; this will fascinate comics readers and budding artists while creating new Say fans. Full review >

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by Kadir Nelson & illustrated by Kadir Nelson

Directly after the prologue, the narrative begins with the U.S. Capitol, built by slaves and freeman before Nelson steps... Full review >

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