Book Series · 8 Books

Batman: I Can Read Books

In order from Batman to I Am Batman.

The Batman: I Can Read series is a set of 8 graphic novels by Donald Lemke, published between 2009 and 2016. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 30 pages.

Batman

Batman

Batman: Going Ape

Batman

Batman: Who Is Clayface?

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Batman

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$499

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

Batman

By Michael Teitelbaum, Steven E. Gordon (Illustrator)

A dragon threatens Gotham. Can Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman save the city?

32 pages· 515 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud

Paperback

Summary: Gotham City faces its fiercest threat yet—a menacing dragon. Batman realizes he can't tackle this beast alone. Teaming up with Superman and Wonder Woman, the trio must unite their powers to protect the city. Will their combined strength be enough to overcome the fiery menace, or will Gotham fall to the dragon's wrath? Dive into this epic battle of heroes against an ancient foe and discover if courage and teamwork can conquer the impossible.

The complete set

Batman: I Can Read Series

8 books · Published 2009–2016

Batman

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$499

Batman

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009

A dragon threatens Gotham. Can Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman save the city?

Batman

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$499

Batman

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2011

Batman and Robin face Two-Face in their first thrilling mission.

Batman: Going Ape

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$399

Batman: Going Ape

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012

Gorilla Grodd escapes, chaos ensues. Can Batman and Superman save Gotham?

Batman

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$399

Batman

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012

A monstrous creature threatens Gotham, and Batman must clear his name.

Batman: Who Is Clayface?

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$399

Batman: Who Is Clayface?

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2013

Batman must stop a shape-shifting villain causing chaos in Gotham.

Batman

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$499

Batman

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

Batman battles icy villains threatening Gotham with help from allies.

Batman: The Joker's Ice Scream

Graphic Nov.

Sale price

$399

Batman: The Joker's Ice Scream

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

Chaos in Gotham! Can Batman and Batgirl stop Joker's latest scheme?

I Am Batman

Sale price

$399

I Am Batman

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

By day, a tech genius; by night, Gotham's protector. Discover Batman's dual life.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Batman: I Can Read series?

There are 8 books in the Batman: I Can Read series. It began with Batman in 2009, and the newest book, I Am Batman, was published in 2016.

What ages are the Batman: I Can Read books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Batman: I Can Read to life.

Michael Teitelbaum

John Sazaklis

Laurie S. Sutton

J. E. Bright

Donald Lemke

Delphine Finnegan

Steven E. Gordon

Eric A. Gordon

Andie Tong

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