Cicada is a beautifully illustrated graphic novel by renowned author-illustrator Shaun Tan that explores themes of belonging, acceptance, and finding one's place through the perspective of an insect protagonist. While the book contains emotional weight—touching on bullying, discrimination, and emotional abuse—it ultimately delivers hopeful and reflective messages about resilience and self-worth. The visual storytelling is contemplative rather than graphic, making it suitable for thoughtful middle-grade readers, though some children may find certain themes sad or isolating.
"Cicada tell story. Story good. Story simple. Story even human can understand. Tok Tok Tok!"--Book jacket."Cicada tell story. Story good. Story simple. Story even human can understand. Tok Tok Tok!"--Book jacket.
