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Top 20 Children's Comics

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Comic books are a great way for kids to get interested and excited about reading as well as helping to develop their imaginations. But nothing can be more important for parents than to be sure that their children are reading age appropriate material. The following is a list of the top comic books geared for kids and you can be sure that there is something they will love and dig into.

11. Teen Titans GO!

Copyright DC Comics
The Teen Titans are a group of super-powered teens that strive to keep the world safe from harm. Robin, Cyborg, Beast-Boy, Starfire, and Raven offer exciting action and hilarious comedy that will keep your child entertained and excited each and every issue. Even though they have had some issues with being cancelled, there are many trade paperbacks that collect many of the issues. Their fans are many and a writing campaing has started to save the series. Teen Titans GO! is still a great comic for kids.

Content: Mild violence, some mysticism, humor.

12. Amelia Rules

Copyright Renaissance Press
Amelia Rules has quickly raised in popularity and notariety in the kids world of comic books. Amelia Rules is about a young girl, Amelia and her friends, Reggie, Rhonda, Kyle and others who have formed secret identities as crime fighters. The crime fighting is really just make believe and the comic has hit some serious issues such as the how the Iraq war has impacted families.

Content: Mild violence, mild language.

13. Batman Strikes

Copyright DC Comics
Another DC item with the backing of a TV show behind it, Batman Strikes is based on the ever popular comic character Batman. By day, Bruce Wayne is a philanthropic businessman, and thrillseeker, but by night he patrols the streets of Gotham City, keeping the citizens safe.

Content: Mild violence.

14. Amazing Spider-Girl

Copyright Marvel Comics
Amazing Spider-Man isn’t only for the boys. In this comic, set in the future, Peter (the current Spider-Man) Parker’s daughter May has taken up the mantel given to her by her father and has made the Spider-Man legacy her own. Whether it’s falling in love with a boy from school or saving him from certain doom, you can be sure Spider-Girl will be there in the midst of it all.

Content: Mild violence.

15. Marvel Adventures: Spider-Man

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This Marvel Advntures series retells the story of how young and nerdy Peter Parker is bitten by a radioactive spider to become the costumed, larger than life, smack talkin vigilante known as Spider-Man. It tries to use a lot of humor throughout the comic and incorporates lots of action as well. If your kid is into Spider-Man, then this comic is a safe bet.

Content: Mild violence.

16. Looney Tunes

Copyright DC Comics
This comic book series is based on the classic cartoon characters of Bugs Bunny, Porky Pig, Daffy Duck, and the rest of the great Warner Brothers cartoon cast. If you or your child loves these classic icons, then they are sure to enjoy the comic book as well.

Content: Slapstick violence, humor

17. Marvel Adventures: Fantastic Four

Copyright Marvel Comics
Marvel continues its all ages line of comics with one of their most popular characters, the Fantastic Four. This comic has all the basic elements of the Fantastic Four. You have the banter, comedy, and rivalry between the Thing and the Human Torch. There is the strong relationship between Sue Storm and Reed Richards. Combine that with high adventure and cosmic exploring and you have a great read on your hand for you or your child.

Content: Mild violence.

18. Marvel Adventures: Iron Man

Copyright Marvel Comics
The latest in the Marvel Adventures reboot line, Iron Man retells the origin of Tony Stark, billionaire industrialist who designs a suit of powerered armor that can shoot energy beams, fly, and protect him from massive damage. This version of Tony Stark, unlike the normal Marvel comic continuity, does not appear to have the issues alcoholism or womanizing in it. Those taken out make this a safe bet.

Content: Mild violence.

19. Scooby Doo

Copyright DC Comics
Scooby Doo, where are you? This is a reincarnation of the classic television series that sees Scooby and the gang solving mysteries with lots of fun and excitment. This would be a great way for parents and kids to connect with characters they both know and love.

Content: Slapstick violence, monsters.

20. The Simpsons

Copyright Bongo Comics
The Simpsons have been around for over 10 years now. I remember the time when Barts antics kept my friends from being able to watch him. Lines like, "Eat my shorts," and "Bite me," caused quite a stir. Nowadays, it's not that big of a deal and with a movie on the way, The Simpsons seem to have no signs of quiting now. If you object to the cartoon, you'll probably object to the comic so be warned.

Content: Mild language, mild violence, some more adult jokes.

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