Writing for a Purpose: Comics

“Writing for a Purpose: Comics” is a learning resource designed to help Key Stage 2 children understand the essential elements and purposes of creating a comic.

The resource provides a detailed explanation of this type of writing and its key attributes. A comic is a form of visual storytelling that uses illustrations and dialogue to convey a narrative. The primary elements of this type of writing include character development, plot, pacing, visual composition, and dialogue.

The resource includes a real-life example of a comic to demonstrate how these components can come together in a comic to support well-developed characters, an engaging plot, balanced pacing, visually appealing compositions, and appropriate dialogue.

This resource can be used as a tool when learning about the comic genre in English lessons. It provides a clear understanding of the essential features of a comic and how to create an effective one. Teachers can use the resource to introduce the topic, provide guidance on how to create a comic, and offer examples for children to follow.

Moreover, this resource can also be used to support and scaffold writing across the curriculum. Children can apply the knowledge and skills they have learned from creating a comic to create similar visual narratives for other subjects, such as science or history, by using visual storytelling to explain a scientific concept or historical event.

In conclusion, “Writing for a Purpose: Comics” is a valuable resource that can support children in developing their writing skills and understanding of the different genres of writing, particularly the comic genre.