Leverage students’ enthusiasm for graphic novels and meld it with research and informational writing! This resource not only helps teachers teach the elements of graphic novels such as splash pages, frames, use of color, close ups etc., It also teaches narrative elements such as characterization and dialog. This month-long, 160 page/slide graphic novel unit will guide you through teaching your students all about graphic novels, their unique elements and how to convert traditional text into a graphic novel format. Students will learn how to read and analyze graphic novels for their literary aspects then create a research-based graphic novel biography. Although this resource contains lessons focused on how to create a biography graphic novel, you can easily adapt the lessons to teach your students how to convert stories, personal narratives or other types of informational text into a graphic novel format!* This resource was created using Google slides. WHAT’S INSIDE: Pacing Guide Standards List 4 Lesson Presentations *Introduction to Graphic Novel Elements *Graphic Novel vs. Novel- Literary Elements (Setting, Dialog, Mood, Traits) *How to Create a Graphic Novel Activity *Biography Graphic Novel Project Reading Comprehension Activity Sheets Assessments with answer keys Applying Graphic Novel Elements Practice Storyboard Research Planning Pages Ten Unique Graphic Novel Layout Templates Graphic Novel Biography Project Checklist Rubric Links to Digital Files Other resources you might be interested in: Middle School Narrative Writing Unit Character Traits Resource

This middle school study skills curriculum is perfect for grades 6 through 8. It is designed specifically for a middle school class and will help all middle schoolers improve their study skills. This resource was developed as a 9-week elective course but you can use these study skills lessons with your homeroom/advisory class, academic support class, study hall students, or embedded within any content area class. This 305-page/slide resource is easy to follow and low prep! What you get: Comprehensive pacing guide Teacher lesson plan pages Student activity sheets Work completion calendar sheet Planner template sheets Answer keys Student Information Pages Colorful and engaging lesson presentations (118 slides) Bell Ringer Slides (63 slides) Bell Ringer response/notebook sheets TOPICS Preparing to learn Learning styles Getting organized Time management Listening skills Study skills/Note-taking Test-taking skills Nonfiction reading Reflection and goal-setting Research/reliable website Presentation skills Bonus: Chromebook tips Other resources you might be interested in: Middle School Creative Writing Activities Middle School Academic Vocabulary Activities Your feedback matters to us. Our goal is to create 5-star products. We love learning about how our products are used in classrooms, and your insight helps us continually improve. Please reach out to us if you have any questions. Thank you, Julie and Mark In The Middle Curriculum