Graphic Novels on Families

            In School Library Journal, Brigid Alverson recommends these graphic novels about the family dynamics of love, loss, and lineage: 

• Crumble by Meredith McClaren, illustrated by Andrea Bell, grade 3-6 
• Cassi and the House of Memories by Dean Stuart, grade 4-7 
• Soul Machine by Jordana Globerman, grade 7 and up 
• Low Orbit by Kazimir Lee, grade 8-12 
• Family Force V, Book 1 by Matt Braly, illustrated by Ainsworth Lin, grade 9-12 
• Bad Dream: A Dreamer Story by Nicole Maines, illustrated by Rye Hickman, gr. 9-12 
• Little Moons by Jen Storm, illustrated by Ryan Howe, grade 9 and up 

 “Family Ties” by Brigid Alverson in School Library Journal, May 2025 (Vol. 71, #5, pp. 34-37)

Please Note: This summary is reprinted with permission from issue #1087 of The Marshall Memo, an excellent resource for educators.