Banned Books Club Presents New Kid by Jerry Craft! (Graphic Novel, Ages 8-12)
In this one-time meeting, we'll explore a funny, heartfelt middle school tale through discussion, debate, and graphic novel page creation.
Jamie A.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(3)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Middle school is hard enough...without being the NEW KID. Is your reader ready to gently explore how stereotypes about race impact the daily life of a seventh grader making his way as one of the few kids of color in a new school? We'll dive in and practice our own graphic novel page creation plus discuss why this wholesome book was banned in some school districts. Reading the book beforehand is optional, critical thinking and having fun is mandatory! As a trauma-informed, consent-based educator, I will always invite your reader to participate but never force or shame them if they do not. My goal is to make the class so engaging, they simply can't resist joining in the discussion!
Learning Goals
Participants will:
- Practice making inferences using a graphic novel text
- Explore sensitive topics (race, socio-economic resources, stereotypes, making friends while feeling different) in developmentally appropriate and fun ways with the guidance of a qualified educator
- Learn skills for discussing/debating whether a book should be banned/limited to certain audiences
- Create their own graphic novel page with thoughtful text and illustrations
Other Details
Parental Guidance
From Common Sense Media: "Parents need to know that Jerry Craft's New Kid is a graphic novel that won the 2020 Newbery Medal and the 2020 Coretta Scott King Author Award. It chronicles the year-long adjustment of an African American middle-schooler from Washington Heights to seventh grade at a private, predominantly White middle school at the opposite end of Manhattan, in the Bronx. Cartoonist Jerry Craft illustrates what it's like to be not just the new kid, but also one of the few students of color at a private school."
Supply List
1 page of blank paper - any light color pencil or erasable pen optional: New Kid by Jerry Craft
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelors of Elementary Education (K-6) from the University of NC at Asheville
Masters of Library Science and Information Technology (K-12) from Appalachian State University
10+ years as an elementary educator
5+ years teaching about racial equity to learners of all ages, including professional trainings for educators
Culturally-relevant curriculum developer for indigenous organization
Trauma-Informed Certified
Cultural Humility CertifiedReviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-9 learners per class
