What Are The Top 10 Comic Books For Kids
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Contrary to popular belief, comic books are the perfect gateway for improving reading skills in young readers. These engaging stories combine captivating visuals with exciting narratives, making them ideal for kids aged 6 to 13 years.
Less than 20 years ago comic books were seen mostly as a medium for children, but that is far from true. Modern comic books have been exploring more mature, violent, and narratively complex story themes aimed at adults since the 1980s. There are dedicated sub-genres of comic books for kids.
Most modern comic books now have ratings for age appropriateness relative to their comics, but such ratings vary according to publisher. For example, a “T” rating on a cover means it is appropriate for readers ages 13 and up. However, there are many comic books for kids that focus on readers between the ages of 6 to 13. Here are ten that parents should check out.
1. Wings of Fire Boxset – Books 1-5 (2015)
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Wings of Fire is a popular series of comic books for kids in the form of graphic novels drawn by Mike Homes. The fantasy series is about a fictional world called Pyrrhia full of dragons, mystical creatures, and several feuding tribes of people trying to coexist with one another. The series is designed for readers ages 8 and up. The stories are interesting, uncomplicated, and designed to pique the interest of young readers who are developing an interest in the fantasy genre.
2. Tiny Titans Vol. 1: Welcome to the Treehouse (2009)
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Before they were the Teen Titans, they were the Tiny Titans! Through bright and colorful comic book panels, this series shares the adventures of pint-sized heroes attending Sidekick Elementary. From hilarious mishaps to heartwarming moments, these tiny titans prove that even the littlest heroes can make a big impact. It’s a great comic book for kids just getting into superheroes. This series is written by Art Baltazar and Franco Aureliani with art by Baltazar. It is recommended for ages 6 through 11.
3. The Captain Underpants Color Collection (2015)
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Young children sometimes develop an age-appropriate sense of crass, gallows humor as they slowly mature, and as long as parents are aware, that is OK. The Captain Underpants series of comic books for kids is a great way to encourage reading and mitigate the formation of humor in children. The comic is about two immature fourth graders, Harold and George, who create a fictional superhero, Captain Underpants, who they then have to try and control as they go on wacky adventures. This comic is appropriate for ages 6 and up.
4. Eowulf: Of Monsters and Middle School (2024)
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Creator Mike Cavallaro has crafted a comic book series for kids about a child hero who discovers that she is a long-lost descendent of the infamous hunter of monsters, Beowulf! Eowulf Wegmund usually contends with living in a New Jersey suburb, going to school, and trying to get along with school nemesis Amadeus. As mystical villains begin cause trouble in her small town, Eowulf and Amadeus combine forces to protect it. This comic book for kids is suitable for ages 9 and up.
5. Bone: The Complete Cartoon Epic in One Volume (2004)
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Bone is the family-friendly story of three cousins named Phoney Bone, Fone Bone, and Smiley Bone. The three cousins are treated as misfits, run out of their hometown, Boneville, and find themselves exploring a mysterious valley forest occupied by wondrous, mysterious, and scary creatures. It’s a black-and-white comic with simplistic designs, light-hearted yet poignant storytelling, and slapstick humor. The series is written and drawn by creator Jeff Smith and is the recipient of over 41 creative award honors. Suitable for ages 7 and up.
6. El Deafo: A Graphic Novel (2014)
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Writer and artist Cece Bell used her real-life experience of losing her hearing at a young age as the creative inspiration for her comic book for kids, El Deafo. The story features anthropomorphic child characters and Cece, the central character, learns that her Phonic Ear hearing aid gives her super hearing. El Deafo features stories that reinforce morals, being kind to others, having understanding for hearing-impaired people, and the power of friendship. El Deafo was recently adapted into a cartoon series. Suitable for ages 7 and up.
7. Amulet #1-8 – Box Set (2018)
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Amulet is a series of comic books for kids created by Kazu Kibuishi, a noted New York Times bestselling author. After moving into a new home with her mother, siblings Emily and Navin are shocked to discover their mother has been kidnapped by a mysterious creature and taken to another realm. Emily learns that she has been chosen to become a stonekeeper, a bearer of a powerful amulet. She and Navin then enter a fantastical world to save their mother and fight for a new world. Suitable for ages 8 and up.
8. Max and the Midknights (2019)
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Young Max of the mystical realm Byjovia constantly daydreams about becoming a knight. It is a dream that constantly eludes him due to his age and inexperience. After Max’s uncle Budrick is kidnapped by the notorious King Gastley, Max teams up with like-minded adventurers called the Midknights and sets out to save his Uncle Budrick and restore glory to Byjovia. This fantasy story is light-hearted, campy, and has a fun-filled tone. It’s suitable for ages 7 and up.
9. InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T. (2023)
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This comic book for kids series is a spin-off of the wildly popular InvestiGators series by creator John Patrick Green. The series features fan-favorite characters Brash and Mango and Cilantro the Chameleon. The series features light-hearted and campy secret agent adventures that are age-appropriate for the point of view of children. Recommended for ages 7 and up.
10. Wallace the Brave (2017)
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Will Henry’s Wallace the Brave comic books for kids series has been lovingly referred to as an inspirational continuation of the Peanuts gang and Charlie Brown comic book strips. The story centers on six-year-old Wallace and his friends dealing with the everyday happenings in his town Snug Harbor. Wallace is naive, good-natured, and learns about the realities of life through his experiences and advice from his parents and brother Sterling. Suitable for ages 7 and up.
There is a Multitude of Choices Available When it Comes to Comic Books for Kids
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If you’re a parent, then there many options for you to find comic books for kids. Even Marvel and DC create all-ages and kid-centric comic books designed specifically for young kids. Always consider your options and read the comics before exposing them to your kids.
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Allen Francis is a full-time writer, prolific comic book investor and author of The Casual’s Guide: Why You Should Get Into Comic Book Investing. Allen holds a BA degree from Marymount Manhattan College. Before becoming a writer Allen was an academic advisor, librarian, and college adjunct for many years. Allen is an advocate of best personal financial practices including saving and investing in your own small business.
