A graphic novel project is the perfect way for students to use their imaginations and write their own graphic novel, summarize the plot of a graphic novel that they have read or to have students transfer their knowledge of another piece of literature into graphic novel form. Many popular novels have been turned into graphic novels to meet a broader audience and introduce students of all abilities to rich content.
Some examples of popular or classic novels that have been adapted into graphic novels perfect for high schoolers are:
Some examples of powerful graphic novels meant for high school students are:
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Objective: Create a Graphic Novel Poster for a book you have read, or write your own!
Student Instructions:
Before starting, teachers should familiarize the students with the concept of graphic novels. Some students might be familiar because of manga and comic books so they can also help other class fellows get familiar with the concept.
Ask the students which scenes they think play the most important part in the story and which scenes they think should be included.
After students are done reading the novel, the teachers can ask them which scene was the most memorable and iconic for them. If a scene is staying in their memory after reading the whole book, it should definitely be included in the graphic novel.
Students can use the scenes that have an impact on the visual appeal of the novel the most. They can also go with the scenes that they think they can portray in the best way to convey the actual story to the audience in an engaging manner.
In order to encourage collaboration, teachers can divide the class into groups and assign them a few scenes from the novels and at the end, all groups’ work can be combined to create one novel.
The graphic novel format is appealing to visual learners and provides a distinctive viewpoint on the content of the book. It gives them a different method to interact with the story and a creative outlet for their interpretations. When students are creating a graphic novel by themselves they will be able to get a deeper understanding of the novel and the viewpoint of the characters. They can also understand the intention wanting to be delivered by the original author.
Students may use traditional art supplies like paper, pencils, markers, and watercolors for this project or, if available, digital tools like graphic design software. Additionally, teachers can make art equipment available as needed. Teachers can also introduce students to beginner-level scene designing platforms.
Teachers can offer advice on choosing scenes, constructive criticism and inspiration during the creative process, and conversations on the ideas and messages illustrated in graphic novels.