Is your child reading a comic book backwards? When you ask them what they are reading do they say Naruto? Or Demon Slayer? Chances are they have discovered Manga, Japanese comic books and graphic novels. It’s great they are reading but is the content age appropriate? If you would like to learn more about all things manga (including how to find the age ratings) have a look at this great parent’s guide put together by Canton Public Library.

Gaby Aitkin
Intensive Literacy Intervention Teacher