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Cover of Pokemon Graphic Novel vol. 3 Electric Pikachu Boogaloo (Pokemon) (Pokemon Comic Series, 3) by Toshihiro Ono

Pokemon Graphic Novel vol. 3 Electric Pikachu Boogaloo (Pokemon) (Pokemon Comic Series, 3) by Toshihiro Ono

by Toshihiro Ono

Book Details

Publisher:Mon Media
Published:1999
Pages:164
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1569314365

Reading Info

Age Range:7-10

About This Book

The smash-hit Pokmon comics series is printed in a single-volume graphic novel for readers of all ages. Pokmon sneak away to visit Bulbasaur's secret garden; Ash helps a girl find the Leaf Stone; Meowth makes a friend; and the great Pokmon Tournament ends with Ash holding one last Pokmon--out-of-control Charizard. Illustrations, some in color.

Our Review

This action-packed Pokémon graphic novel adaptation brings four classic adventures to life with vibrant illustrations that will immediately capture young fans' attention. Readers follow Ash and Pikachu through multiple engaging storylines, from discovering Bulbasaur's hidden garden to helping a friend locate the rare Leaf Stone. The collection builds excitement through varied Pokémon encounters and culminates in the high-stakes tournament where Ash must confront his unruly Charizard. These sequential art stories maintain the franchise's signature blend of friendship, adventure, and creature battles that have made Pokémon enduringly popular.

What makes this compilation particularly appealing is how it balances lighthearted moments—like Meowth making an unexpected friend—with more intense challenges that test Ash's growth as a trainer. The mixed black-and-white and color artwork provides visual variety while supporting reading comprehension for children transitioning to longer narratives. This single-volume format serves as an excellent introduction to graphic novels for reluctant readers already interested in the Pokémon universe. Young fans will find themselves completely immersed in these accessible, fast-paced adventures that celebrate perseverance and the bonds between trainers and their Pokémon.

Themes

Adventure stories, Juvenile

Subjects

Adventure stories, Juvenile