Drama

Written and illustrated by Raina Telgemeier

A graphic novel for readers in grades 3 and up reviewed by Bella

        

Callie loves theater, but she unfortunately can’t sing. So, she joins the stage crew of her school’s production of Moon Over Mississippi as a set designer.

Callie underestimates the drama of her school’s drama club and finds herself struggling. The members of the drama club are not getting along, and the problems get more heated once everyone finds out who got what part in Moon Over Mississippi. Callie then has to try to make an amazing set design for the production while on a tight middle school budget.

As a former stage crew member, I find this book super fun and relatable. I loved its storyline and would definitely recommend it to anybody who has been a part of a team or club.

Sisters

Written and illustrated by Raina Telgemeier

A graphic novel for readers in grades 3 and up reviewed by Bella

    

Sisters is a story that anybody with siblings can relate to, as Raina and her sister Amara have a very interesting relationship. When Raina was a toddler, she always wanted a sister to play and bond with. When that wish came true, her expectations didn’t match reality. Raina and Amara didn’t get along, and their relationship became progressively more complicated as they grew older. Eventually, Amara and Raina become big sisters to a baby brother and have to deal with family problems while having to try to get along.

Even though I can't relate to Sisters because I am an only child, it's still one of my favorite graphic novels. It is energetic and attention grabbing. I would definitely recommend this book to anybody who could possibly relate to Raina and Amara!

Guts

Written and illustrated by Raina Telgemeier

A graphic novel for readers in grades 3 and up reviewed by Rida

  

Guts is an autobiographical graphic novel. The main character of the book is a girl named Raina, who wakes up with a terrible stomachache. Her mom also has a stomachache, so they think it has to do with something they ate. When Raina goes back to school, she realizes that her tummy troubles are not going away.

Overall, Raina Telgemeier tells a hilarious story about growing up and conquering her fears.