This isn't just a cash-in on the show's popularity; it's a legitimate continuation of the story. Gene Luen Yang nails the characters' voices, and the conflict between Aang's spiritualism and the world's sudden industrial push feels earned and interesting.

For kids, it’s a great way to transition from watching to reading. It’s fast-paced, funny, and has enough 'bending' action to keep them turning pages, but it also sneaks in some real-world questions about progress and heritage that are worth talking about.