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Action Presidents

Real History! Fake Jokes! Action Presidents is a four volume middle-grade graphic novel biographies of some of the United States's greatest leaders.  As described by our publisher: “Historically accurate and highly entertaining, Action Presidents’ bold and hilarious comic style will keep curious readers learning until the last page.”

by Fred Van Lente and Ryan Dunlavey

published by HarperCollins, 2020

WINNER: Theodore Roosevelt Association Children’s Book Award, 2021

FINALIST: Excellence in Graphic Literature Award, 2021

Behind the scenes of Action Presidents.

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Praise for ACTION PRESIDENTS:

“A delightful, educational spin on history—and plenty of jokes,” -School Library Journal.

“Sheer joy,” -Booklist (starred review).

“[The authors] aim to contextualize historical figures who are often blindly lionized …a goal that comes through clearly amid a flurry of gags and jokes.” -Publisher's Weekly

“…sharply written history of America's first President, with hilarious artwork always keeping things lively - it's highly recommended.” -Comic Book Resources​

Excerpts from Action Presidents - George Washington:

Excerpts from Action Presidents - Abraham Lincoln:

Excerpts from Action Presidents - Theodore Roosevelt:

Excerpts from Action Presidents - John F. Kennedy:

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