Asterix is considered a classic of French comics (not terribly unlike Tintin is to the Belgians). And with good reason. These comics deftly combine humor, action, and magic in an easily digestible package. The stories can be understood and enjoyed at a surface level by late elementary school readers and each book sits around 60 pages, the sweet spot for kids just getting interested in graphic novels. When viewed by older readers, one begins to realize the depth of the humor. Many of the names are puns and there are a number of cultural and topical references that will be missed by young readers. It's not the most sophisticated series out there but it's a solid choice when you're looking for something other than capes for your young readers.
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