Here is a collection of useful, reliable and trustworthy information about the topic of COVID-19. This includes printable materials for kids, ways to explain (without alarming the littles), and sensible precautions to take.
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I recently read a great article about the use of graphic novels. You know -- Dog Man, Bone, Babysitter's Club. I can attest that kids love them -- kids of any age. I enjoy an occasional graphic novel myself, in fact. But many parents and teachers have concerns. They worry that since so much of the story is in pictures, readers are not developing higher level literacy skills. But graphic novels often have surprisingly complex plots, and the graphic format requires the reader to decipher visual cues to grasp it all. Graphic novels can encourage a reluctant reader to take another look at a book. They can serve as a gateway to the great land of literature. And graphic novels are also a huge help to those who speak English as a second language, because the visual cues reinforce the text. So don't automatically dismiss those graphic novels. Give them a chance. Just like any other form of literature, there are degrees of quality. Read reviews and recommendations, and take a look for yourself. You may be surprised at what you find. If you are interested in learning more, I have included some material suggestions at the bottom of the page. Articles can be accessed via the public library. Related Materials: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/lists/graphic-novels Article: Moeller, R. A. (2013). CONVINCING THE NAYSAYERS .. Knowledge Quest, 41(3), 12-17. Retrieved from http://nclive.org/cgi-bin/nclsm?url=http://search.proquest.com/docview/1270846830?accountid=13217 |
AuthorKaren Carter, Archives
September 2021
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