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Oz

Eric Shanower, Skottie Young (2011)

SubgenreFantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages284 (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age8
Goodreads4.29/5 (198)
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Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

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Positive tags

AdventureFriendshipFound FamilyQuestHumor

Hero archetypes

ScarecrowTin Woodman

Protagonist archetypes

Ensemble CastFellowship

Tropes

FellowshipFound FamilyQuestRebellionReluctant HeroCourt IntrigueFish out of Water

Themes

FriendshipLoyaltyIdentityHome and BelongingLeadershipGood vs Evil

Synopsis

When the Scarecrow, now the ruler of the Emerald City, is driven out by General Jinjur and her all-girl army, his friends -- the Tin Woodman, a boy named Tip, and Jack Pumpkinhead -- try to restore peace in this graphic novel adaptation of L. Frank Baum's classic tale.

Is Oz appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 8 and up.

A faithful graphic novel adaptation of the classic Oz tale with mild fantasy conflict and an all-girl army takeover, but no graphic violence or mature content. Perfect for middle grade readers familiar with Baum's world.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.

Who'll love this

Kids will love following the Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and their quirky friends Jack Pumpkinhead and Tip on an exciting quest to reclaim the Emerald City.

Tags

Graphic NovelClassic AdaptationAll-Ages Fantasy