New Title Page

Each time our class starts a new novel or topic, create an introductory page.  The title page separates the sections we cover and ensures we are able to locate information from each novel

This novel is unique as it is a graphic novel.  What is a graphic novel?  Take notes as we review.Each time our class starts a new novel or topic, create an introductory page.  The title page separates the sections we cover and ensures we are able to locate information from each novel

This novel is unique as it is a graphic novel.  What is a graphic novel?  Take notes as we review.

Splash Page

First two pages; gets the reader’s attention;
uses large and close-up images
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Frames / Panels

The boxes that contain scenes and/or information; some are larger than others; can be arranged sequentially or random order

Gutters

The space between the frames/panels; moves from one scene to another to show changing actions, time, or locations

Ambient Sounds

Words that show sounds

Visual Elements
Line, Color, Contrast, etc.
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Text, captions, information, or dialogue in the story that uses different styles of type and/or different colors

Thought/Speech Bubbles

What the characters think/what the characters say

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