Graphic History: True Stories Books in Order — Wonderlit | Wonderlit

Graphic History: True Stories is a 2-book series for ages 8–14 by Nel Yomtov. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

Where to Start

Start anywhere — each book stands alone.

That said, True Stories of the Civil War and True Stories of World War I are great first picks.

All Books

No particular order needed — browse and pick what catches your eye.

True Stories of the Civil War

True Stories of the Civil War2011

True Stories of World War I

True Stories of World War I2016

What This Series Covers

Fear & Bravery Justice & Fairness Resilience & Perseverance Curiosity & Wonder History Adventure

What to Read Next

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Cover of Best Shot in the West: The Adventures of Nat Love

Best Shot in the West: The Adventures of Nat Love

Patricia C. McKissack, Frederick L. McKissack Jr.

For kids eager for real-life adventure and untold stories, this graphic novel introduces Nat Love, a courageous Black co

Cover of The Vanishing of Lake Peigneur

The Vanishing of Lake Peigneur

For readers fascinated by unexplained phenomena or the immense power of nature, this graphic novel unveils a true story

Cover of One Dead Spy

Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales #1

For the child who finds history dry, this graphic novel breathes life into the American Revolution with humor, adventure

Cover of The Space Race of 1869

Castle in the Stars #1

The Space Race of 1869

For the child who dreams of grand adventures and impossible inventions, this graphic novel plunges readers into an alter

Cover of Best Shot in the West

Best Shot in the West

Patricia McKissack, Frederick McKissack Jr.

For the child who dreams of making their mark and finding their place, this graphic novel celebrates courage, talent, an

Cover of Annie Sullivan and the Trials of Helen Keller

Annie Sullivan and the Trials of Helen Keller

This graphic novel beautifully illustrates the powerful bond between Helen Keller, who was blind and deaf, and her deter