Comic Books

Invasion of the Light Snatchers

Invasion of the Light Snatchers

This is the first comic ever created that connects to real-life research taking place in the Molecule Maker Lab (MML) at the University of Illinois Department of Chemistry. Our heroes with the Micro Squad work together to create organic solar panels. Along the way,...

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The President

The President

"The President" traces the birth of our nation through George Washington’s two terms, culminating in his death as the new century begins. Washington voluntarily gave up the power of the presidency because he never sought to be a king—just one example of his greatness....

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America Part One

America Part One

"America Part One" is the premiere graphic novel addressing the founding of the United States of America and the establishing of the freedoms we have now enjoyed for almost 250 years. This is a must have for every school library and classroom.

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The U.S. Constitution

The U.S. Constitution

Explore the birth and evolution of the United States' most foundational document with "The U.S. Constitution," a meticulously crafted 100-page graphic novel. This unique and educational comic book not only brings the history of the U.S. Constitution to life but also...

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Stars and Stripes

Stars and Stripes

The American flag is an enduring symbol of freedom. The "Stars and Stripes" comic book details the development of the flag, how to respectfully treat this important symbol of our nation, as well as iconic moments in the history of the American flag.

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Booker

Booker

Rising up from slavery, Booker T. Washington came to prominence in the late 1800s as the most influential African-American leader of his day. Washington accomplished the near impossible by founding a school for newly freed blacks in the heart of the Deep South. When...

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The Forging

The Forging

“The Forging” tells the story of the Constitutional Convention and the debates that took place in the forging of the U.S. Constitution. The comic book is narrated by the famous black preacher Richard Allen who started the first African-American church in Philadelphia...

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The Sacrifice

The Sacrifice

George Washington and his army suffer a brutal winter at Valley Forge but eventually prevail, leading to the surrender of the British army at Yorktown.

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The Turning Point

The Turning Point

This comic details how George Washington and his Continental Army are nearly crushed in the Battle of Long Island but saved by a miraculous escape. Then, as the Patriots are driven from New York, Washington crosses the Delaware and stages a stunning attack on the...

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The Declaration

The Declaration

The year 1776 is a year that changes world affairs with the Declaration of Independence and George Washington at the head of the Continental Army.

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The Ride

The Ride

Paul Revere gets all the credit for alerting the countryside to the British troops bearing down on Lexington and Concord. But did you know that he was one of three primary riders, carrying the warning? With stunning artwork from Marvel artists, The Ride details the...

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The Gathering Storm

The Gathering Storm

Abigail Adams narrates some of the most iconic moments of the American Revolution as tensions mount between the American colonies and the British with the Stamp Act, the Boston Massacre, and the Boston Tea Party.

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The Awakening

The Awakening

The Great Awakening, a dramatic spiritual revival, sweeps the colonies beginning in the 1730’s and a scientific revolution is taking place with people like Benjamin Franklin. The French and Indian War sets the stage for a revolution that will change the world.

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The Dominion

The Dominion

In 1688, the Reverend John Wise led a little-remembered rebellion against the Dominion of New England which served as a forerunner of the American Revolution nearly 90 years later. Meanwhile a similar “Glorious Revolution” is taking place in Great Britain.

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The Wilderness

The Wilderness

Banished from Massachusetts, Roger Williams flees into the wilderness, where he  introduces the concept of “Soul Liberty,” the bedrock principle that the religious beliefs of Americans cannot be dictated by a government or official church. "The Wilderness" tracks...

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History by the Slice