GRAPHIC NOVELS Graphic Novels and the Common Core

GRAPHIC NOVELS Graphic Novels and the Common Core: Using Graphic Novels Across the Middle School Curriculum

Definition “Fictional story presented in comic strip format and published as a book” (Merriam Webster Dictionary).

Curriculum Connections Connect to all content areas Suitable for all skill levels Provide introductions to new content and vocabulary Engage students in challenging curriculum concepts

Curriculum Connections Give students a chance to explore visual literacy and develop critical thinking skills Present content information in ways that appeal to reluctant readers

Connecting to the Common Core State Standards Graphic Novels can be used in classroom to support CCSS Anchor Strands o. Reading o. Writing o. Speaking & Listening o. Language

Connecting to the Common Core State Standards Graphic novels provide and support the following: Informational texts in a variety of formats Use information gained from illustrations

Connecting to the Common Core State Standards Analyze visual elements from graphic novels Complexity of student reading

Content Area-ELA / Reading

Content Area-ELA / Reading

Content Area-Math

Content Area-Science

Content Area-Social Studies

Activity What is a Graphic Novel? Graphic Novels Versus Comic Books? What are the parts and devices of a graphic novel?

Ticket out the Door How can you use graphic novels in your classroom to support student learning of performance verbs and mastery of Common Core standards

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