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Sisters: A Graphic Novel

By Raina Telgemeier

Book 2 of 3 in the Smile series

A road trip forces two very different sisters to discover what family truly means.

heartfelt humorous relatable

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Average score: 4.2

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Raina Telgemeier turns sibling squabbles, awkward silences and one very long road trip into a warm, funny and remarkably honest graphic memoir. As a companion to Smile, it is especially appealing to readers who enjoy realistic family stories.

Genres

Friendship/Family Graphic Novels Feelings/Wellbeing

What is Sisters: A Graphic Novel about?

Raina eagerly anticipates becoming a big sister, but when Amara arrives, she's not the playmate Raina envisioned. Amara is often cranky and prefers solitude, leading to a strained relationship. As they embark on a family road trip from San Francisco to Colorado, the sisters confront their differences and family challenges, learning the true meaning of sisterhood along the way.

About the author

Raina Telgemeier is a popular author and illustrator from America. She is best known for her graphic novels like Smile, Sisters, and Drama. Raina loves telling stories about real-life adventures and friendships. Her colourful drawings and funny, heartwarming stories have made her books favourites for children all around the world.

Discussion ideas around Sisters: A Graphic Novel

Sibling Differences: Raina and Amara are very different people. What do you think makes their relationship difficult, and what helps them understand each other better?

Road-Trip Feelings: How does travelling from San Francisco to Colorado affect the way the family behaves and feels around one another?

Family Changes: The family faces challenges that the children do not always understand. How might children feel when grown-up problems change life at home?

Seeing Both Sides: If Amara told the story, which moments might she describe differently from Raina, and why?

What Sisterhood Means: Does being close to someone mean always enjoying their company? What does this story suggest sisterhood can mean?

Pages

208 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

This edition

2022

First published

2014

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