“A delightful, educational spin on history—and plenty of
jokes,” said School Library Journal.
“Sheer joy,” praised Booklist in a
starred review.
Finalist for the 2019 Excellence in Graphic
Literature Award in Middle Grade Nonfiction
U.S. history comes to life like never before in this full-color graphic novel! We all know
that John F. Kennedy was a World War II hero and a pro at giving speeches. But
did you also know he survived shark-infested waters, suffered a case of
mistaken identity, and once used a coconut to send a secret message?
Wimpy Kid meets the Who Was... series in these hilarious new
graphic novels—where the history is
real and the jokes are fake—from New York Times bestselling
comic book author Fred Van Lente and award-winning cartoonist Ryan Dunlavey.
Historically accurate and highly entertaining, Action Presidents’ bold and hilarious
comic-style illustration is perfect for curious minds, filled with timelines,
maps, charts, and more, readers will keep learning until the last page.
