"I hate reading" may be every librarian's worst nightmare come true. However, even the most reluctant of readers can usually be drawn in when handed a graphic novel.
My reluctant readers are usually boys; they think that reading just isn't cool.
For them, sports or hanging out with friends is much more interesting than a book. Even chores might be better than being forced to read! Sometimes it is a matter of not reading well or reading too slowly that makes them hesitant to read.
My Project
Graphic novels grab students' attention. The combination of text and illustrations can often draw in even the most hesitant of readers. Like anything, reading is a learned skill; it needs to be practiced. If I can get a student to read a graphic novel, they are practicing their reading skills and they may then be intrigued enough to pick up a book that is al or mostly all text.
Reading is a crucial life skill.
There is almost no job or opportunity available to people who have not learned the skill of reading. I want my students to not only be able to read, but to excel at reading. It all starts with the first book that really hooks a student - and often that can be a graphic novel.
More than a third of students from low‑income households
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This project will reach 750 students.
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