This absolutely phenomenal list of websites dedicated to the importance of graphic novels has been taken from Pernille Ripp’s blog post: Why Graphic Novel’s Belong In All Our Libraries.
Take the time to explore the latest amazing research around reading and using graphic novels in the classroom and as pleasure reading.
Is a Picture Worth a Thousand Words? Determining the Criteria for Graphic Novels with Literary Merit
NCTE Diversity in Graphic Novels
Exploring Literary Devices in Graphic Novels
A Printable Educator’s Guide to Graphic Novels
Ted Talk: Jarret J. Krosoczka How a Boy Became an Artist
Graphic Novels in the Classroom by Gene Luen Yang
Why Comics Belong in the Classroom – Gene Luen Yang TedX
A Place on the BookShelf for Graphic Novels by Jarret J Krosoczka
The Research Behind Graphic Novels and Young Learners
Comics Used for Therapy Database
Facebook group for teachers using comics
Dr. Debbie Reese’s Resource for Graphic Novels by Native Writers
Research: Graphic Novels in the Secondary Classroom and School Libraries
The Power of Manga, Comics, and Graphic Novel Through the Lens of AASL Standards
Professional Titles:
The Graphic Novel Classroom: Powerful Teaching & Learning with Images by Maureen Bakis
Class, Please Open Your Comics: Essays on Teaching with Graphic Narratives by Matthew L. Miller