Graphic novels are not new, but in the last few years, children’s authors have really capitalized on the appeal for young readers. Just because the book looks like a comic, don’t be fooled! Stories are rich in visual literacy and that can help students decode new vocabulary. In addition, there’s plenty of rich vocabulary to go around in graphic novels.

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