Teaching with graphic novels This post was originally published
in Nick Glass’ monthly column for Curriculum Connections, an
e-newsletter published by School Library Journal in partnership
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Graphic fiction and nonfiction books are increasingly being used
in schools to hook reluctant readers or to present topics in a
different format. The multimedia materials recommended in this
month’s column provide you with instructional support to
integrate these graphic books into your lesson plans. Insights
from award-winning publisher Françoise Mouly Use Graphic Fiction
and Nonfiction to: Entertain New Readers … Explore lesson plans,
audio recordings, and more for the best-selling “Babymouse”
series (Random) by Jennifer L. Holm and Matt Holm. Introduce the
Greek Gods … Listen as George O’Connor talks about the creation
of Zeus: King of the Gods (First Second, 2010), and shares
images from the book in this short video or read an interview
with the author/illu