24-Hour History: The Complete Graphic Novel Collection
Bring pivotal historical events to life with rich vocabulary, clear timelines, and immersive storytelling—delivered in a vibrant, full-color, high-action graphic novel style.
$12.95
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2025 Fourth-Grade Curriculum Kit
24-Hour History
What do the moon landing, Pearl Harbor, and D-Day have in common? They all happened fast—within just 24 hours—but changed the course of history forever. 24-Hour History captures these turning points in full-color, high-action graphic novel style that's made for curious kids and reluctant readers alike.This five-part book zooms in on one dramatic day at a time: The Apollo 11 Moon Landing, the Assassinations of JFK and MLK Jr., the Attack on Pearl Harbor, and D-Day. Each story unfolds minute by minute, putting your child in the thick of the action, where history leaps off the page. And it's not just excitement—each chapter wraps up with short biographies of key figures, easy-to-follow timelines, clear diagrams and maps, and a glossary to help decode new vocabulary.
Is this just another comic book? Not even close. 24-Hour History is an immersive learning experience that meets your child right where he is—especially if he's a reluctant or developing reader. This graphic novel serves up rich vocabulary, historical context, and visual storytelling all in one bite-sized format that keeps kids turning pages (and actually wanting to read more).
If you've been wary of graphic novels, thinking they're light on substance or too "mainstream," it's time to flip the script. Studies show that kids—especially boys and struggling readers—gain fluency, vocabulary, and even cultural awareness from reading graphic novels. And yes, they count as real books!
Whether your child is just dipping his toes into independent reading or taking a break from denser texts, 24-Hour History keeps the learning high and the pressure low. Think of it as a time machine with panels, word bubbles, and a serious love for storytelling.
One heads-up: a few strong words may show up here and there, so you might want to keep the white-out handy. But otherwise, this book is ready to inspire your child to connect with history in a whole new way—one hour at a time.
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about this product below:
Most children, from the reluctant, faltering reader to the brilliant but easily bored adolescent, will find graphic novels intriguing. A 2006 study found that the amount of reading children did for fun decreased from when they were eight through their teens. Graphic books can re-engage them in the delights of reading for leisure and learning. Here's an article we wrote with more considerations on Why Graphic Novels.
