Book Series · 3 Books

New Kid Books

In order from New Kid to School Trip.

The New Kid series is a set of 3 graphic novels by Jerry Craft, published between 2019 and 2023. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 250 pages. Subjects across the series include drawing, self-discovery, and private schools.

New Kid

Class Act

School Trip

New Kid

Class Act

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

New Kid

Graphic Nov.

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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

New Kid

A young artist navigates two worlds, struggling to fit in at a new school.

249 pages· 14,169 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

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Summary: Seventh grader Jordan Banks dreams of art school, but his parents send him to a prestigious academy where he's one of the few kids of color. Torn between his diverse neighborhood and the elite school, Jordan must find a way to fit in without losing himself. Can he balance these worlds and stay true to his passion for drawing? Discover the challenges and triumphs of a young artist caught between two cultures in this compelling graphic novel.

In reading order

New Kid Series

3 books · Published 2019–2023

#1

New Kid

Graphic Nov.

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$2279

New Kid

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

A young artist navigates two worlds, struggling to fit in at a new school.

#2

Class Act

Graphic Nov.

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$2184

Class Act

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Drew navigates privilege and friendship at a private school, questioning if hard work is enough.

#3

School Trip

Graphic Nov.

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$2374

School Trip

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

A school trip to Paris turns chaotic when guides change unexpectedly. Can they navigate new challenges abroad?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the New Kid series?

There are 3 books in the New Kid series. It began with New Kid in 2019, and the newest book, School Trip, was published in 2023.

What order should you read the New Kid books in?

Start with New Kid and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the New Kid books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which New Kid book is the longest?

School Trip (Book #3) is the longest book in the series at 17,119 words (247 pages).

Which New Kid book is the shortest?

New Kid (Book #1) is the shortest at 14,169 words (249 pages).

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring New Kid to life.

Jerry Craft

Author & Illustrator

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