Graphic Novels and Books in Verse for Reluctant Readers!
Help me give my students copies of "The Giver" graphic novel adaptation and "The Crossover" written in verse
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Daniels's classroom raised $218
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
In the age of digital distractions and ever-shortening attention spans, motivating reluctant readers to pick up a book and immerse themselves in its pages has become an increasingly challenging task. However, literature remains an invaluable tool for developing empathy, critical thinking, and vocabulary. Two books that have proven to be effective in engaging reluctant readers are "The Crossover" by Kwame Alexander and "The Giver" by Lois Lowry.
"The Crossover" is written in verse and "The Giver" is in a graphic novel format, both which provides a unique and accessible reading experience.
Kwame Alexander's use of poetry not only makes the text visually appealing but also allows for a quick and rhythmic reading pace. The combination of relatable themes and a captivating writing style can draw reluctant readers into the story and make it difficult for them to put the book down.
"The Giver," on the other hand, presents a suspenseful narrative that gradually reveals the dark secrets of the society in which the protagonist, Jonas, lives. This element of mystery and the desire to uncover the truth about the world Jonas inhabits can be a powerful motivator for reluctant readers. The novel's dystopian setting and the tension-filled plot make it a page-turner, encouraging even those who typically shy away from reading to become engrossed in the story.
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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