Last of the Sandwalkers

In Last of the Sandwalkers (2015–present, First Second), scientist beetles Sir Edmund and his team venture into the perilous desert to prove the existence of an ancient civilization, challenging their colony’s insular beliefs. This single-issue debut by writer/artist Jay Hosler blends entomology, adventure, and scientific inquiry in a warm, illustrated style. It matters as a smart, character-driven graphic novel that introduces young readers to natural history through an engaging bug’s-eye quest.