I would use this graphic novel in a fifth grade class, where after reading the novel the students would analyze the illustrations and tell how they contribute to the meaning, tone, or beauty of the text.
Book title: El Deafo
Author: Cece Bell
Illustrator: David Lasky
Genre: Nonfiction, Biograghy, Graphic Novel
Number of pages: 233
Copyright year: 2014
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Standard Used: 7) Analyze how visual and multimedia elements contribute to the meaning, tone, or beauty of the text (e.g., graphic novel, multimedia presentation of fiction, folktale, myth, poem). [RL.5.7]
Lexy, the book you chose is great! I just want to know more about the illustrations because you briefly described them in your activity. For example, how often do you come across pictures and some description behind them!
ReplyDeleteI think that with this book, you could also have students pretend that Cece Bell is coming to their school and have them write a letter welcoming her to the school. Students could tell her about the different activities they do, places they go around the school, etc. to help her feel more comfortable when she arrives to the school. While students are writing their letters, you could explain to them that it is important to welcome new students into a classroom as it can be a scary event.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Alexandra and Emily!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to purchase or check out this book!