More than half of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education.
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Many high school students do not read for pleasure. Having a wide selection of graphic novels helps spark an interest in reading for fun and helps them discover the joy found in books.
In a world that is increasingly visual, graphic novels can turn disinterested readers into voracious readers. The format supports students in developing the ability to visualize a text, leads to greater comprehension, and develops critical thinking skills.
In a graphic novel, students not only read the text, but they also read the images and must develop a strong ability to make inferences. This skill translates into an ability to read the world around them.
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Many high school students do not read for pleasure. Having a wide selection of graphic novels helps spark an interest in reading for fun and helps them discover the joy found in books.
In a world that is increasingly visual, graphic novels can turn disinterested readers into voracious readers. The format supports students in developing the ability to visualize a text, leads to greater comprehension, and develops critical thinking skills.
In a graphic novel, students not only read the text, but they also read the images and must develop a strong ability to make inferences. This skill translates into an ability to read the world around them.