Today we started our reading inquiry on graphic novels. We started by looking through some graphic novels and we noticed that even though they sometimes can look quite similar they are actually all quite different. Some of the things we learned about graphic novels are:
- Some graphic novels have more pictures than words and vice-versa.
- Sometimes people who don’t enjoy reading prefer graphic novels to normal novels.
- Graphic novels, while they are similar to comic books, are actually more complex even though they follow the same format.
- Another difference is that graphic novels have stand-alone plots.
- Graphic novels are made up of images, words, dialogue balloons, thought balloons, captions, panel and gutters, as well as the actual story.
We are both looking forward to reading graphic novels in class, and we are sure everyone else is too!
Do you have any favourite graphic novels? We would love to hear from you.
By Kathleen and Caroline
Hi Kathleen and Caroline,
ReplyDeleteIsn't the graphic novel unit awesome? I don't think I've ever seen an entire class of girls so engrossed in a selection of books as I did when I put out a collection of graphic novels last week. Everyone seems to be able to find at least one graphic novel that appeals to them.
Do you think it takes the same skills to read a graphic novel as it does to read a text-based novel? I've had to practice the skill of reading images again- perhaps I have gotten out of practice over the years.
Which are your favourites? I still love Drama and Smile by Raina Telgemeier. I am also keen to read Cardboard once my girls have finished it.
Mrs C-M