Panel Pack - The Snowcat Prince

Graphic novels can be the gateway to enthusiastic readers. Read the book on your own, then join us monthly for discussion, games, and activities based on our book of the month.

April's book is The Snowcat Prince by Dina Norlund. Register in person at the library. Registration opens March 24th. If your student has dietary restrictions that we need to accommodate, please let us know when you register.

About The Snowcat Prince:

Syv is a snowcat and the youngest in a family of princes. When his father dies, Syv and his brothers are all in line for the throne. Eager to become kings themselves and wary of how well-liked Syv has become by the citizens, Syv’s brothers send him on a dangerous quest to find the long-lost magical crown that once belonged to their royal ancestor, the Eldking. Legend says that the snowcat who finds the crown will break the curse on their land and bring great honor to the family. But failure could mark Syv with three black stripes, and he’d be banished forever.

Along his journey, Syv will face dangerous beasts, dark powers, and the ever-lurking sand foxes—sworn enemies to the snowcats. But when Syv discovers the truth about the legend of the Eldking and his magical crown, he’ll have to learn the new meaning of honor and find another way to break the curse. 

Benefits of Reading Graphic Novels for Kids
1. Builds Strong Reading Skills

• Encourages visual literacy
• Helps with sequencing, cause and effect, and plot development
• Offers context clues through illustrations

2. Supports Struggling and Reluctant Readers

• Less text per page feels less intimidating
• Pictures help decode meaning
• Great for kids with dyslexia, ADHD, or language-based learning challenges

3. Expands Vocabulary

• Exposes kids to rich language in a digestible format
• Supports understanding of idioms, slang, and expressive dialogue

4. Develops Critical Thinking

• Requires readers to infer emotions, motivations, and tone
• Encourages comparing text and image for full meaning

5. Boosts Comprehension and Retention

• Engaging visuals support memory
• Helps kids recall and retell stories more easily

6. Encourages a Love of Reading

• Fast-paced, fun, and often humorous
• Builds confidence as kids finish books more quickly

7. Broadens Access to Diverse Stories

• Graphic novels often explore unique cultures, identities, and perspectives
• Gives kids windows into other worlds and mirrors of their own

8. Inspires Creativity and Artistic Expression

• Kids often start drawing or making their own comics
• Introduces storytelling elements like panel layout and dialogue pacing

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