by Steph Waldo (Author) Steph Waldo (Illustrator)
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. When a little slug finds new friends in the backyard, she notices they look a lot like her...except they have shells! Maybe a shell is exactly what she needs to fit in--but finding one is a lot harder than it sounds!
Tiny Tales: Shell Quest is a Level Three I Can Read Comic, a more complex story for independent readers.
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K-Gr 2--A shell-less snail is sure that when he finds what he's looking for, he'll finally be able to make friends. He tries a few different objects, including a thimble and an acorn, but they fall off, leaving him hopeless--how can he fit in with the others without a shell of his own? But he eventually meets another friend, who helps him find a different path to friendship and belonging. This ugly duckling outsider's tale is full of action and onomatopoeia that will delight strong readers. Relying on a natural palette, Waldo's cheery digital illustrations deftly communicate the characters' emotions. Back and front matter explains how to read comics--cartooning basics, speech and thought bubbles, cartooning basics, speech and thought bubbles, and more. Other back matter includes information on snails and slugs and a comparison between the two. VERDICT A great way to help newcomers to the graphic novel format find their footing.--Sara Thomas, New Castle Public Library, New Castle, DE
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