I liked the idea of using graphic novels in the classroom setting for several different reasons. Graphic novels allow students to take a break from the standard textbook readings that are usually done in the classroom. By taking a break from this normal route of reading, students may be able to use graphic novels as a way to get involved in the English classroom, and become more inclined to like the subjects that are being discussed within the story. The graphic novels that we read in class, Persepolis and Naruto, were two great examples of how different and exciting graphic novels can be for a younger audience, who may not enjoy reading a novel or a textbook. By mingling this type of reading into my classroom, I feel that I will have a better chance of having more students wanting to read within class and outside of the classroom setting.
There are several other graphic novels that would be helpful in the English classroom. Some other graphic novel titles would include the Beowulf graphic novel, Watchmen, and
I think that the graphic novel Beowulf would really help students understand the story better too! It is such a difficult text for students to understand, and I have seen several students give up after reading a couple pages. Maybe reading the graphic novel before or during the reading of the actual text would help students understand the basic plot points and themes of the story.
ReplyDeleteWatchmen and Sin City would probably definitely be too graphic to teach in a high school setting, but Beowulf would definitely be acceptable. I have never actually seen or read the Beowulf graphic novel, but many people have been posting about it, so I think I'm going to check it out!
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