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Help your students become more engaged critical thinkers

TrueFiktion comics feature fictional characters who demonstrate agency in dealing with numerous challenges throughout U.S. History. Each comic illustrates lesser-known details of U.S. history, highlights the resilience of marginalized groups, and helps make history relevant to current social issues. 

When students learn about history through the lens of marginalized communities, they not only gain a more accurate understanding of the world they live in. They see how ordinary people can shape extraordinary change.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Take a peek inside a TrueFiktion comic book

    • We collaborate with illustrators to produce engaging, high-quality visuals highlighting the humanity and dignity of characters from marginalized groups.

    • Each TrueFiktion comic book has a section that helps students understand and interpret the specific narrative techniques typically used in graphic novels.

  • Our comics transform complex historical topics into easy-to-understand, short-form comics that students genuinely enjoy reading and are perfect for capturing attention and making learning stick. They also include:

    • Lessons based on primary sources, including excerpts teachers can use during class

    • Interviews with subject matter experts to provide contemporary analyses of historical events

  • Our classroom-ready comics explore key historical themes to spark curiosity, discussion, and deeper thinking — encouraging students to connect the dots across space and time. Our content is also: 

    • Aligned with C3 social studies standards for easy classroom integration

    • Complete with activity workbooks to support students' comprehension and engagement

    • Seamlessly integrate into your scope and sequence with ready-to-teach materials designed for efficient lesson planning, classroom use, and curriculum building

 
 
 
 
 

Find an inclusive story for your classroom

We have a catalog that includes Black, Latino, and AAPI stories. Our catalog is growing to include more marginalized groups, including but not limited to Native Americans, LGBTQ+, immigrants, and the working class.

 

 

FAQs

  • We work with award-winning comic book artists who have worked for Marvel, DC, and more. We also work with educators with expertise in multicultural curriculum design to deliver high-quality content rooted in culturally relevant pedagogy.

  • Our books are designed for supplemental history and ELA lessons. Each story is 9-12 pages, making it easy to add content to an existing lesson plan.

  • Most comics are best for learners ages 13 and older. Jude’s War comic is the most mature comic we currently offer. Greenwood and Crystal’s Lessons are appropriate for ages 10 and older.

  • You can purchase comics individually or as a bundle for your child to read at home. Our workbooks can easily be used outside the classroom.