Children at Play

Richard Thompson’s Children at Play (2009–present, Andrews McMeel) is a single-issue comic strip collection that captures the whimsical, often absurd world of childhood imagination. Known for his warm, lightly satirical linework, Thompson presents a series of standalone gags and vignettes that celebrate the messy, creative chaos of playtime. Though brief, the book stands as a charming snapshot of the artist’s gentle humor and keen observation of everyday life.