Enjoy graphic novels for early readers

Blurred out books with three graphic novel covers outlined in yellow: Burt the Beetle Doesn’t Bite, Pea, Bee & Jay Lift Off and Beak & Ally #1: Unlikely Friends. Text reads Graphic Novels for Young Readers.

Early readers exploring graphic novels will enjoy the bright colours, soft illustrations, and easy-to-follow narratives in these books.

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Apple of My Pie by Mika Song

Apple of My Pie by Mika Song

When local park fixture Pops gets squirrel-napped, it's up to Norma, Belly, and their friend little B to save him. Ages 4-8.

Donut Feed the Squirrels by Mika Song

Donut Feed the Squirrels by Mika Song

Two squirrels scheme to snatch a donut from a food truck that stops in their park. Ages 4-8.

Burt the Beetle Doesn’t Bite by Ashley Spires

Burt the Beetle Doesn’t Bite by Ashley Spires

When Burt's friends find themselves in a pickle that Burt is uniquely able to solve, he begins to see how his own traits make him something special. Ages 5-8.

Beak & Ally #1: Unlikely Friends by Norm Feuti

Beak & Ally #1: Unlikely Friends by Norm Feuti

Ally’s peace is disturbed by a noisy bird named Beak. Ages 6-10.

Pea, Bee & Jay Lift Off by Brian Smith

Pea, Bee & Jay Lift Off by Brian Smith

Jay, with the help of his friends, learns how to fly. Ages 6-10.