cartoons and comics

Presents a brief biography of inventor Eli Whitney in graphic novel format, and examines the effects his cotton gin had on the economy of the South during the nineteenth century.

The author relates, in graphic form, her experiences after she injured her two front teeth and had to have surgeries and wear embarrassing braces and headgear, all while also dealing with the trials and tribulations of middle school.

A brief biography, in graphic novel format, of Robert "Yummy" Sandifer, an eleven-year old African American gang member from Chicago who went on the run after shooting a young girl and was later found dead, shot by members of his own gang.

Presents a graphic novel that describes the life of Elizabeth Cady Stanton, focusing primarily on her work for women's rights, particularly the right to vote.

Presents a graphic novel that describes the life of Clara Barton, focusing primarily on her work as a nurse during and after the Civil War and her efforts on behalf of the Red Cross.

Presents a brief profile of former heavyweight champion, Muhammad Ali in graphic comic format along with a short history of the sport of boxing.

Presents a comic book version of the story of Harriet Tubman, a woman born into slavery who escaped and then risked her freedom to help others along the Underground Railroad.

Presents a short biography of American educator Booker T. Washington written in graphic novel format, and focuses on his accomplishments in the promotion of education for all African-Americans.

A brief biography, in graphic novel format, of Steve Jobs, focusing primarily on his work with the Apple computer and the other technological innovations Jobs was associated with during his lifetime.

A graphic novel portrayal of the life of African-American cowboy Nat Love, also known as Deadwood Dick.