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Action Presidents #4: John F. Kennedy!: A Graphic Novel Biography

by Fred Van Lente

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John F. Kennedy’s life in comic-book form

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John F. Kennedy’s life in comic-book form

A full-color graphic biography that introduces John F. Kennedy through episodes from his public life and World War II service. Alongside his reputation as a wartime hero and speechmaker, the book highlights less familiar incidents involving shark-infested waters, mistaken identity, and a coconut used to send a secret message. Timelines, maps, and charts extend the account beyond the comics panels, giving young readers reference points for the historical material. The volume pairs factual U.S. history with deliberately playful jokes, framing Kennedy’s biography as an accessible visual exploration rather than a conventional prose profile.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Kids interested in U.S. presidents and 20th-century history
  • Middle-grade readers who enjoy graphic nonfiction
  • Readers who like timelines, maps, and historical facts alongside humor

Themes

John F. KennedyU.S. presidential historyWorld War IIBiographyGraphic nonfiction

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Book overview

"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.

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