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Graphic Novels
Illustrated by Jennifer Tanner
Based on Anna Sewell's beloved children's novel, this retelling is presented in a cutting-edge graphic novel format kids will find impossible to put down. The story: Clever colt Black Beauty grows up in the lush meadows of Victorian England. He enjoys a carefree childhood before facing the trials of serving a string of owners over the years, some of whom mistreat him and dampen his spirit. Fortunately, though, Black Beauty's final owners offer him a comfortable home and loving care. Hi-Lo: RL 1.9; IL 5–9; Guided Reading Level I. Stone Arch Books, 2007; 72 pages; RLB ISBN 1-59889-046-8; PB ISBN 1-59889-217-7. To order, please call 1-800-421-7731 or click here. 
Sample spread from Black Beauty
Illustrated by Greg Rebis
Based on Victor Hugo's timeless work, this beautifully illustrated retelling is safe for younger readers, appropriate for older readers as a prereading tool that sets the stage for enjoying the full-length novel, and perfect for at-level enthusiasts of the graphic novel format. The story: Strong but gentle Quasimodo is treated like a monster, and he spends most of his time hidden away in the bell tower of the Cathedral of Notre Dame. He tries valiantly to save the beautiful gypsy Esmeralda from his evil brother and an unjust sentence of death. Will he succeed? Hi-Lo: RL 2.3; IL 5–9; Guided Reading Level N. Stone Arch Books, 2007; 72 pages; RLB ISBN 1-59889-047-6; PB ISBN 1-59889-221-5. To order, please call 1-800-421-7731 or click here. 
Sample spread from The Hunchback of Notre Dame
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