THE CARTOONISTS CLUB

THE CARTOONISTS CLUB by Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud

 The CARTOONISTS CLUB is a fun read that teaches readers about the writing/art process of cartoons and graphic novels wrapped in the package of an enjoyable graphic novel story. Embedded are fun hints where to get inspiration for stories, how to narrow the story down, art supplies to use, a simple "book" you can make from paper to get started with, and lots more! The storyline shares the formation of the club. Some of the members are kids that are confident and ready to show their work, some are shy and hesitant about sharing, and some are downright hard on themselves. It works to draw out and build up kids that have an interest in this area but wrestle with the idea that they "aren't good enough." Overall, The CARTOONISTS CLUB is a great read that teaches along the way without being overbearing. If your kids are like mine, once they've read it, you'll start finding homemade comics lying around!

HEADS UP- One of the members introduces themself with they/them pronouns. That is all that is said about it.