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Graphic novels often convey complex stories in a visual way. By exploring sequencing and plot development methods in graphic novels, students can gain understanding of these writing elements across genres. Explore the examples below for ideas!
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Consider plot development with Google Preview.
Examine a graphic novel spread and write or draw a potential ending.
Discuss sequencing in writing with Story Maps for graphic novels.
- Create a Story Map for Dog Man to reflect on Dav Pilkey’s choices for sequence in this graphic novel.
- Introduce sequencing in nonfiction titles with the Timeline Graphic Organizer in this Teacher’s Guide for March: Book One.
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Practice sequencing and plot development.
Read the Guest Author Blog Post from Gareth Hinds on his process for creating graphic novels. Then, draft a plot outline for your own graphic novel and put it in a storyboard.
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What’s working for you?
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