The Makers Club: A Graphic Novel
The Makers Club: A Graphic Novel
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Andrews, McMeel & Parker
Annotation: For fans of Raina Telgemeier's Drama, The Maker's Club, a gorgeous graphic novel from an Eisner-nominated author, is abo... more
Genre: [Graphic novels]
 
Reviews: 1
Catalog Number: #379920
Format: Publisher's Hardcover
Special Formats: Graphic Novel Graphic Novel
Common Core/STEAM: STEAM STEAM
Copyright Date: 2024
Edition Date: 2024 Release Date: 08/06/24
Illustrator: Pantoja, Tintin,, Ujimori, Melanie,
Pages: 224 pages
ISBN: 1-524-88976-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-524-88976-0
Dewey: Fic
LCCN: 2024930312
Dimensions: 23 cm.
Language: English
Reviews:
School Library Journal (Mon Jul 01 00:00:00 CDT 2024)

Gr 4–6— Readers are introduced to a group of friends who find joy in creating new things. In the first of two stories, Nadia and Priya—new students at Pangolin Secondary School—team up to make a video game about climate change. In the second story, Aquilah and Yong Qiang take center stage as they help the school librarian form a makerspace. Pantoja's cheery art fits the mold of many school-centered graphic novels, with the addition of vibrant facial expressions reminiscent of manga artwork. While the combination of relatable characters and the demand for realistic graphic novels will make this an easy book to recommend, the transition between the two stories is jarring, particularly with the second story chronologically taking place before the first. The setting is never made clear, though references to Malaysia and the Philippines in the glossary imply that this story takes place in Southeast Asia. The book features a diverse cast with varying skin tones, faith backgrounds, and abilities. Extensive back matter featuring video game design processes and an interview with a clothing designer will help draw connections between the story and real makerspace activities for young readers. VERDICT This graphic novel will be popular in libraries with makerspaces as well as with kids who are passionate about STEM and friendship stories.— Annamarie Carlson

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School Library Journal (Mon Jul 01 00:00:00 CDT 2024)
Reading Level: 5.0
Interest Level: 5-9

For fans of Raina Telgemeier's DramaThe Maker's Club, a gorgeous graphic novel from an Eisner-nominated author, is about a group of kids who blend art and science to create incredible projects in video gaming, fashion, and a whole lot more.

Join the Makers Club, where art and science come together! This graphic novel contains two stories in one. In the first story, readers meet Nadia and Priya, who are paired up for a science fair project. With Nadia's art and Priya's coding skills, they make a video game that's sure to impress, but soon learn there's more to teamwork than just having the individual skills. In the second story, old friends Aqilah and Yong Qiang reconnect at their new school. As they both try to pursue their passions in fashion design and engineering, they'll soon find that trying to do everything and please everyone catches up to you eventually.

Readers will love this colorful graphic novel that's all about friendship, crafting, and coming up with creative solutions. 


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