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Getting to know graphic novels - Coggle Diagram
Getting to know graphic novels
What is a graphic novel?
Definition
A graphic novel combines text and illustrations in a comic-strip format to tell a story.
Difference from traditional books
Unlike traditional books that rely solely on text, graphic novels use graphical elements (panels, frames, speech balloons) to create a visual narrative.
Graphic novel vs. comic book
Graphic novel
Longer and more complex.
Covers the storyline in one book.
Comic book
Shorter
Tells the story across multiple issue
Cognitive benefits
Active participation
Readers infer from images and link them to text.
Enhanced comprehension
Engages visual literacy, improving understanding and retention.
Role of images
Images and text guide the reader's eye, establishing the narrative sequence.
Support for ESL and beginner readers
Visual context
Images help explain words, aiding comprehension
Impact of visual literacy
It can be an useful tool nowadays because it helps kids interact with images as a part of communication.