Background: A current problem in media literacy studies is whether or not to categorize graphic novels as media literacy texts. Thus, this article begins with a review of current media literacy research and its emphasis on defining media literacy texts as texts that rely on both print literacies and image literacies. Because graphic novels rely on both print literacies and image literacies, they qualify as media literacy texts and can be taught as such in K-12 classrooms. Goals: The purpose of this article is to use current media literacy research to support identifying and teaching graphic novels as media literacy texts in K-12 classrooms. Method: Current media literacy research served to create a rationale for identifying graphic novels as appropriate media literacy texts to use in K-12 classroom settings. Results: Graphic novels qualify as media literacy texts and can be taught in K-12 classrooms. (Contains 6 figures.)