My second graders have been working on nonfiction writing projects. They have been able to choose from a variety of types of writing for this nonfiction unit. Most have decided to write a how to book but some have decided to write an alphabet book and a few have chosen to try a graphic novel nonfiction piece. This is new for me but I am embracing it because two of my graphic novel authors are reluctant writers.
This week we are focusing on helping our reader get a picture in their mind to teach them our topic. We are learning to use descriptions and comparisons to help give our readers more information. Today I modeled this with my how to book on cookie decorating. Tomorrow I will be modeling this with the graphic novel book I’m attempting to write to teach the same topic. I’m hoping my reluctant writers are motivated by my page on piping and flood.
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This looks like so much fun. I’m sure they’ll love it. We used pixton an they loved it.
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That’s so cool that you are working on a graphic novel alongside them! I’m sure your students will produce some excellent work.
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Loved this! I struggled with graphic novels’ place in the reading world until I read a few and now, I get it. Yours reads well and looks great! I love using sketch-noting with my students and for my own note-taking so I was immediately drawn to your work.
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Thank you!
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AHHHHHH! I love this so much. I say we need to publish some of these graphic. novel slices from PFE!
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I like your mentor text. This is a scrumptious slice.
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Your exemplar is a great hook. I sure your students are now excited to try their own version.
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