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Not so many years ago, comic books in school were considered the enemy. Kids caught sneaking comics between the pages of bulky-and less engaging-textbooks were likely sent to the principal. But now comics, including classics such as Superman but also their generally more complex, nuanced cousins graphic novels, are not only regarded as educational tools by savvy teachers, they are also taken seriously as literature and an art form in their own right. Comic books can be a great way to pique reluctant readers' interest and challenge those students who are fluent in more traditional literature.

When fourth-grade teacher Kathy Campbell asked her class at Fruchthendler Elementary in Tucson, Arizona, what they wanted to study, the response was unanimous: comic books. At the time, Campbell, who works as a volunteer art teacher, didn't know a thing about comics. But after studying Columbia University's Comic Book Project, she formulated a plan.

Using the theme "If I were a superhero," her students wrote and analyzed essays that they eventually used to create their own comic books. "They took the written word and pulled it apart sentence by sentence," Campbell says. "They had to investigate how they would transform their writing into character and dialogue." At first, says Campbell, the kids had trouble visualizing their stories, but in the end they produced creative work. "If we show kids how the written word actually has a visual component to it," she says, "and teach kids how to think that way, I think they'll become much better writers. Their word choice is much richer, and their creativity is boundless."

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There's been a stigma against comic books in America, says Wiley Miller, comic artist and author of the O rdinary Basil series, whether because we don't recognize comics as appropriate or serious reading, or because we think other books are more valid. Either way, he says, "trying to dissuade kids from reading comics is silly and juvenile-it hurts kids."

But today, comics are gaining respect in the educational community. "The idea of using comic books as an educational tool isn't new," says Michael Bitz, founder of the Comic Book Project at the Columbia University School of Education. "What is new is the larger embrace of comics as literature."

There's more desire to bring the medium into the classroom than ever, agrees James Bucky Carter, Ph.D., author of Building Literacy Connections with Graphic Novels: Page by Page, Panel by Panel. "The institution of traditional education and print-based education is still dominating, but I see more and more teachers asking how they can introduce comics."

As literature, comics are "a layering of text, visual and pictoral," says Carter. And don't think you can just skim a comic book. The words and illustrations are meant to be "read" together. "As long as you're reading comics, you're using visual literacy skills," says Carter, whether that's interpreting Batman's facial expressions or imagining what's happening in a description of a science experiment.

Kids are at ease with combining visual and text information, and as new media becomes mainstream, comic books offer a way to reinforce traditional grammar and spelling within a layout that's familiar to kids. "Every year there are new literacies," says Bitz, and "when you look at a comic book, you can see how it's a storyboard for a film, or a Web-based media project. There are connections to media literacy all along the way." Comics help 21st-century kids relate to big themes and topics by tapping into the way students are already learning naturally.

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Creating comics brings the writing process full circle. "You're a writer first," explains Miller. "You have something to say. Then, you're an editor-you want to edit as many words as possible-and then you're an artist." That visual orientation doesn't take away from traditional reading and writing skills. "Comics are focused on sequence: First leads to second. You have to imagine the story playing out in your mind, and between the first and second panels there are inferences about the characters."
Bitz was surprised that Comic Book Project students created stories and characters that reflected their own lives, rather than superhero plotlines. Instead of an excuse to draw Spider-Man, the project "became an opportunity to self-reflect," says Bitz, "and explore self-identity."

Moreover, students known for behavior problems during typical reading and writing activities were the most engaged during comic book lessons. "Suddenly these kids became leaders," says Bitz. "They collaborated and started to work together to become part of education, whereas before they were shut out." Creating comic books is an opportunity for kids who struggle with reading to excel because, says Bitz, "it's not about speed. It's about the story and about how creative you can be."

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Comics are a way to supplement what you're already studying in class. Use books from the Graphic Classics series, which include graphic novels and stories from H.G. Wells to Jack London, to expand on a unit about literature. Working on character development? Try Spider-Man. "The whole mythos of Spider-Man is 'with great power comes great responsibility,'" says Carter. "That's a great message for kids." Carter uses Spider-Man as a springboard into discussions about identity with students who are entering adolescence. You may have to challenge some assumptions before you use comics in the classroom, and make sure that you read every book before you use it in class. Just because a book is a comic doesn't mean that it's appropriate for young students. If you think it will be at all controversial with your class, consider using an excerpt, selecting a different book, or sending a note home to parents ahead of time.

Ready to launch your own comic book study? Here are some memorable projects to end the year, as well as book suggestions that will engage reluctant readers or challenge high achievers over the summer break.

End-of-Year Comic Book Activities
Make your last unit of the school year a comic book unit. Have students write an essay about what they did in school this year, and then transform it into a short comic book. Or, if your students are younger or time is short, have kids choose their favorite moment from that school year and make it into a comic strip. Then, compile all their comics into an end-of-year keepsake book, make a copy for each student, and host an author signing before you head out the door for summer. This activity can be made class-specific-make a comic to tell the story of a math lesson or science experiment, for example. l Download student-made comic books at the Comic Book Project and use these books in class. This is good for afternoons when time is running short but you can still get in a quick, satisfying project.

Encourage students to make their own comics over the summer. Give them a template that works for them-a few boxes for younger kids to a small book for older students-and directions to follow over the summer (a theme, instructions for parents, and so on). Remind them that comics can even be about "ordinary" events. When they return, they can share their book with the class. How about a dramatic reading?

Use comic books to teach onomatopoeia. Have students flip through comics and identify words that imitate natural sounds, such as whiz. Have students experiment with replacing these words with more mundane, descriptive text, such as "flies past." How does this change the story? Have students draw their own panels using onomatopoeia.

Be sure to have students share their work with one another. One of the greatest thrills of comics, after all, is passing on a cherished volume to a friend.

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CommonLit is a comprehensive literacy program with thousands of reading lessons, full-year ELA curriculum, benchmark assessments, and standards-based data for teachers.

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ReadWorks | Award-Winning, EdTech Nonprofit Organization

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ReadWorks is an edtech nonprofit organization that is committed to helping to solve America’s reading comprehension crisis.

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Scholastic | Books for Kids | Learning Resources

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Find the best kids books, learning resources, and educational solutions at Scholastic, promoting literacy development for over 100 years.

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Teachers and admins love Edulastic because it makes

Formatives

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Interims

Benchmarks

Diagnostics

Remediation

Math practice

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Data analysis

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Tracking growth

easy.
Assess at school. Reinforce at home.

Use all of your data to track learning and growth.

Quickly identify learning gaps with diagnostic and formative assessments

Give students differentiated assignments to remediate, reinforce or challenge

Monitor progress towards standards mastery to ensure students stay on track

Engaging technology-enhanced assessments for benchmarks, the classroom, or distance learning

Easily administer district common or classroom formative assessments using high-quality item banks, diagnostic or curriculum-aligned assessments, create your own questions or mix and match.

80,000+ standards-aligned questions from trusted sources

Try one of our 10K free pre-built assessments

Keep students learning at home when school is closed or limited.

Create self-paced lessons by embedding video, links and articles. Check for understanding with quiz questions and watch student engagement soar.

Propel each student with personalized, data-driven recommendations

Fill learning gaps with practice for struggling students and challenge advanced students to move ahead.

Bring all of your key performance data together in one place - from engagement with online learning to discipline to diagnostics to state test scores - along with your classroom assessments and district benchmarks for a holistic view of each student, or of the whole district.

Integrates seamlessly with the technology you already use

Easy sign on through Google, MS365 or Clever. Sync class rosters and share assignments in Google Classroom or your LMS system and push grades back to your gradebook.

" We love the relationship we have with the people behind Edulastic. It's really easy to get in touch. We get the answers we need in a timely fashion, and it seems really clear that the team cares about whether or not their product is working for us. "

Easy enough to learn on your own, but you don't have to

From basic how-tos to advanced assessment creation, we've got you covered with online training, how-to videos and articles, and self-paced courses for all levels and roles.

See how Edulastic can make a difference at your school

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Edulastic: Interactive Formative Assessment for classroom or distant learning

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Online assessment tools with technology-enhanced items, help students learn and measure growth all in one easy system in the classroom and at home.

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Gomathacademy.com is Retired | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

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As HMH® continues to innovate its products and services based on the latest in educational research and best in class instructional practices, some of...

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At Maneuvering the Middle, we are all reading Project Based Teaching by Suzie Boss and John Larmers. Throughout the next few months, we will be discussing what we are learning as we read the book. There are 7 best practices for Project Best Teaching, and today we are covering building a strong classroom culture. If you are interested in incorporating more projects in your ...

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At Maneuvering the Middle, we are all reading Project Based Teaching by Suzie Boss and John Larmers. Throughout the next few months, we will be discussing what we are learning as we read the book. There are 7 best practices for Project Best Teaching, and today we are covering building a strong classroom culture.

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Personalize Learning. Accelerate Growth.

i-Ready programs support every learner on their path toward grade-level success. By connecting to actionable, intuitive data, teachers know where to focus and students become more capable and engaged.

Exciting news! Curriculum Associates Welcomes SoapBox Labs to the CA Family.

Curriculum Associates announces the acquisition of SoapBox Labs, a global leader in voice AI, powering equity-driven learning experiences for students.
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We partner with educators to make classrooms better places for teachers and students.

That is the mission that has driven us for more than 50 years. We believe that all students can excel and that educators play the pivotal role in that. i‑Ready combines best-in-class instruction and assessment, supports measurable growth, and enables equitable learning opportunities.

Rich data empowers teachers with a deeper knowledge of their students so they can take meaningful instructional next steps.

Instructional resources support educators, engage classrooms, and enable all students to access grade-level learning and beyond.

Your success matters to us. Our award-winning and dedicated Service team works alongside you and your curriculum software to help achieve your goals.

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Curriculum Associates is a comprehensive curriculum company providing assessment and learning solutions within a connected system. We strive to give every student the resources they need to thrive.

11 million students are using i-Ready learning curriculum right now!

THAT'S ONE-FOURTH OF K-8 STUDENTS IN THE US

Teacher of the Week: Cassie Kelcher

Riverbend Prep, West Valley Arts and Technology Academy Inc., AZ

My students have been showing a steady incline of growth using i-Ready. From the beginning of the year, the majority of my fourth grade students tested at least two grade levels behind. While using i-Ready lessons on their pathway during reading and math, I have been able to see an increase in both subjects during instruction. Students are expanding their vocabulary, becoming more confident in their math skills, and increasing their fluency.

Check out our latest blog post!

Our blog, Context, is filled with innovative and practical ideas, strategies, and inspiration for improving teaching and learning. Each week, you'll find new content that can make a real difference for you and your students.
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Creators of i-Ready | Curriculum Associates

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i-Ready makes classrooms better places for teachers and students. Learn more about our world-class assessment and instruction programs and our customer-acclaimed service.

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Welcome to LANGUAGE! Live. Log in to access your administrator, teacher, or student portal.

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Duolingo is the world's most popular way to learn a language. It's 100% free, fun and science-based. Practice online on duolingo.com or on the apps!

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The exact skills you need

Planning a lesson or prepping for an exam?
We've custom-built IXL skills to reinforce each topic within your:

State standards

Virginia Standards of Learning (2016)

Textbooks

See skills that match every chapter of 80+ popular textbooks

Assessments

Use IXL for the NWEA MAP, ACT, SAT, and more

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IXL | Math, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, and Spanish

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IXL is the world's most popular subscription-based learning site for K-12. Used by over 15 million students, IXL provides personalized learning in more than 10,000 topics, covering math, language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish. Interactive questions, awards, and certificates keep kids motivated as they master skills.

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PBS LearningMedia | Teaching Resources For Students And Teachers

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Inspire your students with thousands of free teaching resources including videos, lesson plans, and games aligned to state and national standards.

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In this new Private i History Detectives unit, Elementary students analyze primary sources to discover how Constitutional Amendments attempted to address slavery's wrongs, how the courts challenged unfair laws, and how individuals and groups fought for civil rights.

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In this new Private i History Detectives unit, Elementary students analyze primary sources to discover how Constitutional Amendments attempted to address slavery's wrongs, how the courts challenged unfair laws, and how individuals and groups fought for civil rights.

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Clever | Connect every student to a world of learning

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Clever is the platform powering digital learning for K12 schools--one single place for identity, access, security, and classroom engagement

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Join a game of kahoot here. Kahoot! is a free game-based learning platform that makes it fun to learn – any subject, in any language, on any device, for all ages!

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The evidence is in the practice

ESSA Level 3 correlation evidence in math and ELA, earned by teachers running frequent formative assessments.

When teachers run 30+ formative questions a week, the research is clear: they get more data-driven, their students get more engaged. Wayground is built to make that practice enjoyable ot run, attainable to fit a class period, and habitual enough to last past September.

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Quizizz is now Wayground | Teacher AI and Resources

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Find standards-aligned resources that engage every student. Wayground (formerly Quizizz) helps teachers differentiate instruction with AI and track student progress.

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Are you a teacher using Eureka Math (EngageNY)? EMBARC is a resource to help you implement it in your classroom. We curate third-party resources to enhance your Eureka Math lesson.

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The New York State Education Department discontinued support for the EngageNY.org website on July 7, 2022. The NYSED encourages educators to download any EngageNY content they wish to use in the future from our archive sites below.

All ELA and mathematics curriculum files will be available at the links below, and will remain free and licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike (CC BY-NC-SA) license.

Archived EngageNY Curriculum Files:

Grades 3-8 ELA and Mathematics Test Materials:
Questions regarding this change may be directed to the EngageNY Help Desk.

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The New York State Education Department discontinued support for the EngageNY.org website on July 7, 2022. The NYSED encourages educators to download any EngageNY content they wish to use in the future from our archive sites below.

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Our Difference

At Great Minds, it's all about building knowledge - not just skills. Building deep, lasting understanding rather than just memorizing. That's why we embed layers upon layers of knowledge into our curricula. Knowledge in the context of the real world, rather than hypothetical scenarios. Knowledge through consistent core skill development, rather than reinventing the wheel with each lesson. And the knowledge that builds upon itself for stronger connections throughout the learning process.
Every child is capable of greatness.

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Great Minds®: Math, English, and Science Curriculum Developers

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Learn about Great Minds®, math, English, and science curriculum developers founded by teachers for teachers. We believe every child is capable of greatness.

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Find out how we're making classrooms better places for students and teachers through our world-class products and customer-acclaimed service.

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ReadWorks | Award-Winning, EdTech Nonprofit Organization

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ReadWorks is an edtech nonprofit organization that is committed to helping to solve America’s reading comprehension crisis.

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