DC provides kid-friendly options in ‘LEGO Batman’ and other iterations

Batman film aimed at younger age groups hits theaters this weekend with “The LEGO Batman Movie,” with Will Arnett as the voice of Batman.

Most of the DC Comics catalog is aimed more at teen and older readers, but many filmgoers this weekend may be in search of additional reading material aimed at a younger age group.

For Bat-fans under age 10, the best options may be in the Scholastic Comic Readers or in the DK Guides and readers.

The two Scholastic comics released roughly in conjunction with “LEGO Batman” are 32 pages and read basically in comic-book format.

“Save the Day” and “Last Laugh” both feature team ups of the Lego versions of Superman and Batman, and also feature other DC Comics heroes and foes. Trey King is the writer-artist.

DK is providing younger readers with “The LEGO Batman Movie: The Essential Guide,” which retails at $12.99 and provides insight on the heroes, villains, vehicles and locations of the film.

Other DK-released product include “DK Readers L1: The LEGO Batman Movie — Team Batman,” “DK Readers L2: The LEGO Batman Movie — Rise of the Rogues” and “Ultimate Sticker Collection: The LEGO Batman Movie.”

DK’s Level 1 titles are aimed at 3- to 5-yearolds learning to read, and Level 2 are aimed at those 5 to 7. The Sticker Collection book is aimed at ages 6 to 9.

To go deeper into the Lego DC world, fans can check out the “LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes Character Encyclopedia,” a comprehensive guide to the full range of Lego DC Comics characters, which includes an exclusive Pirate Batman minifigure with the book.

For slightly older viewers who may want to transition into the main DC Comics universe, Batman provides kid-friendly option in “LEGO Batman” and other iterations, DK’s “Batman Character Encyclopedia” may be a good choice. At $16.99 and 208 pages, it provides an overview into many of the key characters in Batman’s world.

Other comics worth a look for all-ages Batman fans:

This current miniseries features the Batman of “Batman: The Animated Series” meeting up with the animated version of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Recently rereleased in paperback, these comics based on the 1990s animated adventures are still strong examples of the genre.

by the “Tiny Titans” team of Alt Baltazar and Franco features Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman for all-ages readers.

•The comics line might work as a bridge for those not quite ready for the main DC Comics Batman lineup. It features characters and situations based on the 1966 TV show starring Adam West.