Best Children's Animal Comics & Graphic Novels of 2026

Dog Man: Grime and Punishment: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #9) by Dav Pilkey is a must-read for readers of all ages. In this ninth book, Dog Man finds himself out of a job due to his shenanigans, but with the help of his friends, he hopes to make a comeback. The book explores positive themes like empathy, kindness, and persistence. The interactive pages, striking colors, and drawing tutorials make the book engaging and fun to read. The author's unique style and witty humor make this book a standout in the children's superhero comic book genre.

The Wings of Fire Graphix series is now available in a four-book paperback boxed set, featuring The Dragonet Prophecy, The Lost Heir, The Hidden Kingdom, and The Dark Secret. These graphic novel adaptations are a must-read for dragon fans, according to Kirkus Reviews. The series follows the adventures of five young dragonets destined to end a war in the dragon world. The books are written by Tui T. Sutherland, the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Wings of Fire series. The Wings of Fire #1-#4: A Graphic Novel Box Set is an excellent addition to any children's dragon stories book collection.

The seventh installment of the Dog Man series, "For Whom the Ball Rolls," by Dav Pilkey, is a delightful addition to the children's superhero comics genre. The Supa Buddies are determined to help Dog Man overcome his bad habits, but when he becomes the target of a new supervillain, they must work harder than ever to save the day. Meanwhile, Petey the Cat faces his past and fights for what he loves. The book explores positive themes such as empathy, kindness, and the importance of doing good. With striking colors, interactive pages, and drawing tutorials, this book is a must-read for readers of all ages.

Dog Man: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #1): From the Creator of Captain Underpants (1) by Dav Pilkey tells the story of a canine cop who's part dog, part man, and all hero. With its striking colors, interactive pages, and laugh-out-loud moments, this book is perfect for readers of all ages. The book explores universally positive themes, including empathy, kindness, persistence, and the importance of being true to oneself. Dav Pilkey's creative storytelling will keep readers' attention on a tight leash. Overall, Dog Man is a high-intensity, heartwarming, and hysterically funny book that is an utter, unfettered delight.

Dog Man Unleashed: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #2): From the Creator of Captain Underpants (2) is a thrilling sequel from Dav Pilkey that explores universally positive themes, including empathy, kindness, persistence, and the importance of being true to oneself. In this book, Dog Man is still learning the ropes, and Petey the Cat is up to no good. Petey's criminal curiosity is taking the city by storm, and Dog Man is the only one who can stop him. The book is packed with striking colors, interactive pages, drawing tutorials, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments that will keep readers of all ages engaged. Overall, Dog Man Unleashed is a high-intensity, heartwarming, and hysterically funny graphic novel that readers will enjoy from start to finish.

The eighth book in the Dog Man series, titled "Dog Man: Fetch-22," follows the adventures of Petey the Cat and Li'l Petey. Petey is out of jail and has reevaluated what matters most, while Li'l Petey is struggling to find the good in the world. The two must work together to overcome their differences and save the world. Dav Pilkey's unique and humorous style, combined with positive themes such as kindness and empathy, make this book a must-read for readers of all ages. The interactive pages and drawing tutorials will keep readers engaged from start to finish.

The Dog Man: The Epic Collection is a three-book set by Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants. This series follows Dog Man, a half-dog, half-man hero who fights crime. The books are filled with action-oriented cartoons and explore positive themes such as empathy, kindness, and persistence. Dav Pilkey's unique style of storytelling and illustrations make this series a must-read for all ages. From the witty humor to the lovable characters, these books are a riotously funny and original addition to any bookshelf.

Katie the Catsitter #3: Secrets and Sidekicks is a fun and exciting graphic novel perfect for middle-grade readers. The story follows Katie as she trains with her best friend Beth to become super sidekicks, but things get complicated when Beth becomes a better sidekick than Katie. With giant robots attacking the city, Katie and her 217 cats must work together to save the day. The book also includes instructions on how to make your own friendship bracelet. This is a must-read for fans of cats, superheroes, and friendship dramas.

Dog Man: A Tale of Two Kitties: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #3): From the Creator of Captain Underpants (3) is a hilarious and heartwarming addition to the Dog Man series by Dav Pilkey. In this book, Dog Man is faced with a new challenge when Petey the Cat brings in a kitten clone that disrupts his plans. The book is filled with interactive pages, drawing tutorials, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. Pilkey explores positive themes such as empathy, kindness, persistence, and staying true to oneself. Overall, this book is a fun and original read that appeals to readers of all ages.

The Supa Buddies are back in action in Dog Man: Lord of the Fleas, the fifth book in the popular Dog Man series by Dav Pilkey. This time, Dog Man teams up with a cute kitten and a remarkable robot to take on new villains who are wreaking havoc in town. The unlikely allies even join forces with Petey, the World's Most Evil Cat, to save the day. With vibrant colors, interactive pages, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, this graphic novel appeals to readers of all ages. The positive themes of empathy, kindness, and being true to oneself make this an enjoyable and heartwarming read.