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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020
Pages: 7
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ISSN: ISSN-1094-9046
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Growing up Graphically: Coming-of-Age Issues in Graphic Novels
Garrison, Kasey L.
Knowledge Quest, v48 n5 p8-14 May-Jun 2020
Coming of age themes are common in young adult novels, and graphic novels in particular often address these issues as illustrated memoirs. This article explores engaging and interesting graphic novels about growing up, useful resources for school librarians and other educators using this format, and the value of using graphic novels to support young adults.
Descriptors: Young Adults, Adolescent Literature, Cartoons, Novels, Teaching Methods, Adolescent Development, Social Problems, Consciousness Raising, Visual Literacy, Literacy Education, Middle School Students
American Association of School Librarians. Available from: American Library Association. 50 East Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611. Tel: 1-800-545-2433; Web site: http://knowledgequest.aasl.org/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education
Audience: Media Staff
Language: English
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