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Superhero Comics for Kids

If your kid can't get enough of superheroes, here are some comics to keep them busy while they wait for the next movie.

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  • Most of Jeff’s comics have no words, making this book especially accessible to younger readers and reluctant readers. Plus, Jeff the Land Shark is really cute. I mean, look at that face. How could you say no to checking his book out?
    Graphic Novel, 2025New York, NY : Marvel Worldwide, Inc., [2025] — Its Jeff
  • First in a series of five following the adventures of school-aged Bruce Wayne (Batman) and his friends, Clark Kent (Superman) and Diana Prince (Wonder Woman). The actual story text is sparse and instead supplemented by chat logs, newspaper…
    Graphic Novel, 2016New York, NY : Scholastic Inc., [2016] — Secret Hero #1
  • If you and your kids are starting to get that Marvel/DC fatigue, or if you’re looking for a more relatable kid-sized superhero, Bobby Beacon is the one for you. This book is also a mix of picture book and comic, making it ideal for readers having…
    Graphic Novel, 2023New York : Nancy Paulsen Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC, 2023. — Barnes
  • Around the Spider-verse

    An Original Graphic Novel Collection

    A great source of even more Spider-Man content! These stories really follow the vibe of the Spider-Verse movies by having different artists work on each one. If your kid keeps choosing Spider-Man as their Halloween costume and birthday cake theme,…
    Graphic Novel, 2025New York, NY : Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic Press, [2025]. — Spider
  • They play video games, they eat pizza, they fight crime, and they live in the sewers. What’s not to love about the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles? If your kid needs something a little goofier to keep them entertained, these guys are your best bet.
    Graphic Novel, 2024San Diego, CA : IDW Publishing, a division of Idea and Design Works, LLC., 2024. — Teenag Mutant #1
  • A young robot struggles to reconcile his past misdeeds with his newfound compassion and care for the world around him. Great for kids who like robots, are into science-fiction, or just enjoy some good action. This one also promises to be…
    Graphic Novel, 2022Portland, OR : Image Comics, Inc., [2022] — Kniivi
  • This one is for the older crowd (ages 9-12) because of the fight scenes, but they’re still fun! Our main character is a superhero fangirl who taught herself all the cool moves and fighting styles of her favorite heroes. Plus, the color palette is…
    Graphic Novel, 2019Ashland : Action Lab Entertainment, 2019. — Sweeti #1
  • A new approach to the familiar trope of feeling out of place in your own super-powered family. Pax (our main character) is easy to root for as he tries to figure out what he wants more: being a hero or pursuing his passion for cooking. If your kid…
    Graphic Novel, 2021Portland, OR : Oni Press, 2021. — Pax Samson #1
  • Diana

    Princess of the Amazons

    Hale, Shannon,
    If your kid wants to see the Gal Gadot “Wonder Woman” movie, but you’re concerned about the age rating, here’s the perfect solution for you. This is more of a backstory comic book, but it’s beautiful art style and straightforward story make it…
    Graphic Novel, 2020Burbank, CA : DC Comics, [2020] — Hale
  • If you’ve got a kid reaching middle school and showing interest in role-playing games, this is the comic to give them. The story is engaging, the art is vibrant, and the book is easy to read with good pacing. A great way to introduce Dungeons and…
    Graphic Novel, 2022New York, NY : HarperAlley, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers : Wizards of the Coast LLC, [2022] — Dungeo Dragon #1