A. Reading Graphic Novels 

2.1 What is a Graphic Novel?

Objective:  Explain what a graphic novel is and identify its characteristics

Graphic Story: The Thunderbolt Kids 

2.2 Character Analysis: Traits and Feelings

Objective: Identify the feelings and traits of the characters using textual evidence

2.3 Plot

Objective: Determine the plot of a graphic novel

Graphic Story: The Race

B. Writing Graphic Novels  

2.4 Planning

Objective: Brainstorm ideas for a story plot

2.5 Drafting: Planning the Panels

Objective: 

• Write a draft of my graphic novel using a panelled layout

• Write dialogue bubbles and narration boxes to help move the plot forward 

2.6 Revising: Colour & Mood with Onomatopoeia

Objective: 

• Use colours, images and graphic designs to convey the mood of the novel 

• Use onomatopoeia to engage readers through the creative representation of sound effects

Graphic Story: Detective Sophie

2.7 Editing: Adding Adjectives 

Objective: Identify and use adjectives to enhance descriptions of characters, settings, and objects within the context of graphic novels

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