Graphic Novels in Your Media Center: A Definitive Guide

Introduction Why Graphic Novels Visual Literacy & Reluctant Readers Curricular Connections High Interests & Pop Culture Introduction to Graphic Novels and Common Terms Definitions Style Elements of a Comic Book Types of Comic Books How to Read a Comic Book Graphic Novels for the School Library Media Collection Graphic Novels for All Ages Graphic Novels for the Elementary School Collection Graphic Novels for the Middle School Collection Graphic Novels for the High School Collection Testimonials Why Graphic Novels? Practical Matters Using Graphic Novels with the Help of (or in Spite of!) Others Creating Partnerships with Comic Book Stores Interview I: Rick Lowell Interview II: Rory Root Resources and Support How to Buy Graphic Novels Book Binderies for Softcover Graphic Novels Information Specific to Schools/School Libraries General Information about Graphic Novels--Online/Electronic General Information about Graphic Novels--In Print Publishers Reviews for Graphic Novels/Comic Books Wonderful Websites for Reference and Teaching Conventions Lesson Plans Glossary Appendix: 100 Graphic Novels Bibliography References