The Cartoonists Club: A Graphic Novel
The Cartoonists Club is a full-colour graphic novel by Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud about four children who form a club to learn about making comics. Its story also introduces creativity and self-expression, making it a fit for young readers interested in drawing and storytelling.
At a glance
- A friendship story about four children who start a club to learn to make comics.
- The listing describes the book as full colour and combines narrative with how-to content.
- Written by Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Pairs a character-led story with comic-making and creative self-expression themes.
- The four protagonists have different creative challenges, offering several points of connection for young readers.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Scholastic |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 10 April 2025 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 288 pages |
| Reading age | 8 - 12 years |
| Grade level | Pre-school - 2 |
| ISBN-10 | 1338777211 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1338777215 |
| Weight listed | 510 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13.97 x 1.91 x 20.32 cm |
What to know before buying
- Customer feedback enjoys the story and characters, while opinions on the instructional content are mixed. Readers seeking a structured, step-by-step comics course may want to account for its story-led format.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Children aged 8–12 who enjoy graphic novels, drawing or storytelling.
- Young readers interested in creativity and learning about making comics through a story.
Less suited to
- Readers looking specifically for a standalone, comprehensive step-by-step comics manual.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the graphic novel as fun and delightful, with an enjoyable story, appealing characters and an inspiring tone. Some readers find its how-to material informative, but reactions to the instructional content are mixed. For children looking for a comic-making theme wrapped in a story, that combination may appeal. Those wanting lessons above all may find the mixed response relevant. The overall rating distribution is mostly five-star, but ratings alone do not explain readers' reasons.
Positive themes
- Feedback highlights enjoyment, story and characters.
- Customers describe the book as inspiring.
Mixed feedback
- Opinions on the instructional content are mixed.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Cartoonists Club about?
Four children with different creative challenges form a club to learn about making comics and tell their own stories.
Is it a how-to book or a story?
The listing describes it as a graphic novel blending narrative and how-to content. Customer feedback finds the instructional side informative, though opinions on that aspect are mixed.
What age is it listed for?
The listed reading age is 8–12 years.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 288 pages.
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