Best Graphic Novels for Kids Who Love Cats (2026): 5 Picks

A young reader who loves cats wants a hero with whiskers, and best graphic novels for kids who love cats starts with that match. This list compares the picks by age, grade, page count and series position.

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The books

#	Product	Shelf Score	Buy
1	A Cat Story by Husted	9.7/10	Buy on Amazon
2	Warriors Graphic Novel by Hunter	9.7/10	Buy on Amazon
3	Journey into Unibear City by Yi	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon
4	The Lair of the Owl King by Yi	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon
5	Dog Man and Cat Kid by Pilkey	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon

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A Cat Story by Husted

Ursula Murray Husted·9.7/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

Two cat friends seek a forever home, in a standalone tale, ages 8 to 12 years.

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Pros

• Standalone, book 1 of 1
• Age 8 to 12 years, grade 3 to 7
• 192 pages, illustrated edition

Cons

• Published October 6, 2020, an older edition
• A single volume, not a series
• Under 8 years falls outside the age

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Warriors Graphic Novel by Hunter

Erin Hunter·9.7/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

Fireheart investigates a mystery among warrior cat Clans.

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Pros

• Full-color adaptation, novels 5 and 6
• Age 9+ years, from customers, grade 3 to 8
• Mystery about former deputy Redtail

Cons

• Book 3 of 5, starts mid-series
• Description includes death and fighting
• Age marked as from customers only

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Journey into Unibear City by Yi

Susie Yi·9.6/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

Squash and Ginny chase missing artifacts in the spirit realm, book 3 of 8.

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Pros

• 96 pages, a short read
• Age 6 to 9 years, from customers, grade 1 to 5
• Magical mystery across the spirit realm

Cons

• Book 3 of 8, starts mid-series
• Age marked as from customers only
• 96 pages, short for longer-story readers

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The Lair of the Owl King by Yi

Susie Yi·9.6/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

Squash and Ginny seek the Orb of the Future, book 6 of 8.

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Pros

• 96 pages, a short read
• Age 6 to 10 years, grade 1 to 5
• Orb of the Future quest

Cons

• Book 6 of 8, starts late in series
• New readers miss earlier orb quests
• 96 pages, short for longer-story readers

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Dog Man and Cat Kid by Pilkey

Dav Pilkey·9.6/10 Shelf Score

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The Shelf Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs fit for the reader or goal (35 points), contents and edition (25), value (25) and listed reading age or level (10, where the listing gives one), using only what the book listing states. How we pick ›

A graphic novel mystery on a movie set, where Dog Man and Cat Kid track a missing starlet.

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Pros

• 256 pages of graphic novel mystery
• Movie set mystery, feline sidekick
• Empathy, kindness and persistence themes

Cons

• Mid-series: Book 4 of 15
• Reading age from customers only
• Published August 3, 2021, an older edition

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More picks to compare

• The First Cat in Space Ate PizzaFor kids who want a cat hero on a quest to save the moon.Check on Amazon
• Magic at the Mansion by YiFor Squash and Ginny fans who want a mansion mystery.Check on Amazon
• Cat and Cat #1: Girl Meets CatFor readers who want a girl, her dad and a new cat.Check on Amazon

Compare the list

Book details as published on each listing, collected 30 October 2026.

How the Shelf Score was applied

The Shelf Score weighs fit, contents and edition, value, and the listed reading age or level. All but the title-only pick list a reading age and a grade level. How we pick explains the weights.

Scores run from 9.2 to 9.8: each book’s point total is placed on that range, so more points always means a higher score. Reading age or level counts on a list where at least one listing gives one, and a book whose listing gives none then scores zero on it. Where no listing gives one, the score is taken over the other 85 points. Books carry no warranty, so warranty is not scored.

How to choose the best graphic novels for kids who love cats

Match the age and grade to the reader

A Cat Story lists 8 to 12 years and grade 3 to 7, while the Cat and Cat picks list 6 to 9 years and 6 to 10 years with grade 1 to 5. For more level-matched choices, browse all middle grade books.

Standalone or series

A Cat Story is book 1 of 1, so it stands alone, while the Warriors pick is book 3 of 5 and the Cat and Cat picks are books 3 and 6 of 8. For younger readers, browse picture books.

Check length before buying

The Warriors pick runs 272 pages, A Cat Story runs 192 pages, and the Cat and Cat picks run 96 pages each. Shorter books suit building confidence.

Before you buy

• Check age and grade against the reader; the title-only pick states neither.
• For a series, buy an earlier book first and confirm the series number.
• Read the description for themes, since the Warriors description includes death and fighting.

FAQ for readers

Where should a cat-loving kid start with graphic novels?

Start with A Cat Story at 8 to 12 years, or with the Cat and Cat picks for younger readers.

What reading age suits the Warriors graphic novel?

The listing gives a reading age of 9+ years, marked as from customers, and grade level 3 to 8.

Is Dog Man and Cat Kid part of a series?

The title names it as Dog Man #4, so it follows earlier Dog Man books.

Still deciding? Our top pickA Cat Story by Husted

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