cartoons and comics

In graphic novel format looks at the Space Race between the United States and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, providing information about which country hit which milestones first and the impact space achievements have made.

"Did you know elephants are the world's largest land animals? Male African elephants can reach ten feet tall and weigh up to 16,500 pounds! These endangered animals are beloved for the massive ears ears, thick skin, and flexible trunks, as well as their remarkable intelligence and empathy. And despite their size, the more you get to know them, the more you'll realize humans and elephants have a lot in common"--Provided by publisher.

Exciting illustrations follow the events of the Rumble in the Jungle. The combination of brightly colored panels and leveled text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8.

"A full-color comic about humans living with adorably monstrous cats. Is it a banshee, a yeti, a gorgon, or...a cat? Monster Cats are a purrfect new breed of familiar furry friends crossed with freaky fun! If you think life with regular cats can get complicated, wait till you see what it's like for people who live with these charming supernatural pets"--.

"Donald Duck works for the American furniture business 'Duck Furnishings'. It's been two months since he and his employees, Jose Carioca and Panchito, were reassigned to the Asian Culture and Distribution Department, and the phone hasn't rung even once. Just as they're starting to wonder why they were transferred in the first place, the CEO suddenly orders them to travel to Japan! The three Caballeros must learn all they can about Japanese customs, entertainment, culture, food, and clothing before they return to New York City. Assuming they don't get into too much trouble first!"--Provided by publisher.

"Follow the adventures of 10-year-old Red, a boy who dreams of going to space and loves baseball, and his dog Rover, a loyal friend and chaser of squirrels. Whether flying through space, bouncing on the moon, fishing, waiting for Popsicle Pete, or delivering the paper, these two friends do everything together"--Provided by publisher.

"In this middle-grade graphic novel, a witch named Abby and her three friends--a wolf-girl, a ghost, and a pumpkinhead--band together to try and save their supernatural town from an invasion of rabid (but adorable) chaos bunnies"--.

"Based on the true story of soccer legend Mia Hamm, 'Mia and Friends' follows a group of young women who made history at the 1999 Women's World Cup"--Amazon.com.

"Forests create the air we breathe. They provide shade for people and animals. But humans are destroying more forests every day. Check out what happens when forests disappear - and if we can reverse the losses"--Provided by publisher.

"It's Halloween in Grimbrook, and Mason and his trusty assistant (and only friend) Iris are ready to cut loose at the Grimbrook middle school dance. But when the discovery of a haunted mirror cuts things short, Mason and Iris are on the case, ready to stand between Grimbrook and their horrible doppelg?ngers from the mirror dimension"--Amazon.com.