Tuesday, September 23, 2008
4:30 - 5:30 EDT
Presenters:  Nancy Frey, Bucky Carter, Douglas Fisher
Level: Elementary, Middle, Secondary

They say “a picture is worth one thousand words” and millions of readers experience this every day within the covers of graphic novels, which combine the sequential art of comic books with the depth and complexity of prose. Graphic novelist Will Eisner advises that the juxtaposition of powerful images and thoughtfully chosen words provokes a unique interaction between reader and text. This singular genre invites writers to try their hand at using imagery and literary devices to create original works. Presenters Carter, Fisher, and Frey will describe how they use the graphic novel to get their students writing authentic, personal, and creative texts.  Participants will learn about excellent practical and classroom-tested ideas for using the graphic novel format to get students writing in new and exciting ways. 

During this hour, participants will learn:

• The role of imagery in writing
• Basic elements of the genre
• Ways to introduce graphic novel composition to learners
• Teaching literary devices within the genre
• Linking words and images to prose composition

Can't attend? Click here to access the On Demand version of Nancy Frey, Bucky Carter, and Douglas Fisher's Web seminar.