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Graphic Novels (68 series)

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Explore major medical events and the scientific breakthroughs that made them possible. With an accessible graphic nonfiction approach, each title in the Medical Breakthroughs series spotlights the famous figures behind notable discoveries. A lively tone and dynamic visuals guide readers through different historical eras and present STEM concepts in a fun, inviting fashion. Readers won't want to put down these high-interest true stories, as they learn more about the innovations that help save liv

Monkey & Robot

In the spirit of Frog and Toad, Monkey & Robot introduces another pair of unlikely friends and the adventures they share.

Mystic Learnings: The Group of Seven

The year is 1920. Canada is about to experience an artistic cataclysm. Seven young artists would come together to form the Group of Seven—and would be hailed as Canada’s most famous painters. The Group of Seven shared a common cause: to bring appreciation to local landscapes often seen as harsh and boring. The artists took inspiration from the country’s vast wilderness and established a style that taught Canadians to finally love their own land. Together, the group started one of the most influe

No Reason to Apologize: The Resilient Legacy of Viola Desmond

Viola Desmond is an enduring icon who embodies the fight for racial equality and human rights. When she refused to give up her seat in the whites-only section of a cinema in 1946, she took a stand against injustice. Viola Desmond was also, however, a human being whose actions impacted her career, her relationships, and her reputation among the Black community in Halifax. Strong-willed and stubborn, Viola DesmondÎs ideologies would be sorely tested throughout her life, even as her efforts shone a

Notes from a Sickbed

In 2009, Tessa Brunton experienced the first symptoms of myalgic encephalomyelitis (also known as chronic fatigue syndrome). She spent much of the next eight years unwell, in a medical holding pattern, housebound and often alone. In 2017, she found a strategy that helped reduce her symptoms, and soon began creating the first instalments of a graphic memoir. Notes from a Sickbed collects previously released and brand-new, unseen comics that recall her experiences with honesty, a pointed wit, and

Period.: The Quick, All-Inclusive Guide for Every Uterus

Periods. Every person who menstruates has a different relationship with their ""Aunt Flow"": some good, and some . . . not-so-good. This 4-colour graphic novel guide embraces all the icky, all the sticky, and all the confusing of our monthly cycle, acknowledging that there's no cookie cutter way to manage the physical and emotional mayhem. Filled with consumable, bite-sized tips, tricks, and ""inside"" medical information, this humorous, character-driven guide is the best friend you never knew y

Pirate Tales (Black Sheep)

Ahoy there! Are you ready for an adventure on the high seas? The titles in this graphic nonfiction series plunge reluctant readers into stories of daring sword fights, ruthless captains, and piles of plunder. Colourful, detailed illustrations and engaging dialogue bring each biographical tale to life, while actual quotes keep them historically grounded.

Power Coders

Peter, Grace, Tommy, and Naya and Jack the dog put their coding skills on display in a number of unique situations, including a mission to find a ""missing"" programmer, the creation of an anatomy-related video game, a thrilling ""battle bot"" competition, and more. The volumes in this set will give young readers a comprehensive understanding of essential coding concepts and pull them in with vibrant colour illustrations, humorous storylines, relatable characters, and useful life lessons.

Q & Ray

Meet Q and Ray—elementary school super sleuths. Q is a hedgehog. Ray is a rat. They may be small, but in a town full of animals, they're the top crime solvers! This graphic novel series for young readers is full of laughs, mysteries, and cases based on high-interest topics including art, outer space, and more.

Ruptured Sky, The: War of 1812

The Ruptured Sky tells the story of First Nations involvement in the War of 1812. Without their First Nations allies, British troops and Canadian militia would not have won key battles and the U.S.©Canada border might not exist. Canada might not have become an independent nation. First Nations peoples remained conflicted about whom to support since longstanding allegiances existed with both the British and Americans. This became a divisive issue. Individuals such as Tecumseh, John Norton, Joseph

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