We Need an Ongoing Diverse Graphic Novels Book Club
Paul Kopulos
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(149)
We all want to see people like ourselves in stories - today more than ever. In this class, we will be reading very different diverse graphic novels. We will learn about history, different cultures, disabilities, and so much more.
Class experience
US Grade 7 - 10
****** UPDATED FOR SPRING 2024 ******* What do you call a kid who reads graphic novels? A reader! Research shows that comic books/graphic novels average 53.5 rare words per thousand compared to 30.9 for children's books! "A comic book trains your brain. It works the right muscles and, if you’re struggling, they can teach you to read. You see images for context, you see the words that go with them, and your mind learns to fill in the blanks. You learn to build the narrative as you go." -...
Students will see themselves in these stories and will be able to explore their own identities. This course will bring visibility to cultures that may be different than their own. They will build community, unity, and inclusivity. Reading diverse books will create an opening for discussions about what's happening in our current events as well as past events. We will also take notice that even with different backgrounds, kids are kids, and they will be able to find similarities.
I have taught diversity to many people, not just kids, throughout my life. I have taught and continue to teach the compassion of diversity to kids daily. I have been teaching on Outschool since June 2020. In many of my classes we have covered the topics of women's rights, race, gender, ethnic background, LGBTQIA+, and much more that falls under the diversity umbrella. My husband and I have two African American adopted children that have been with us since birth (age 13 and 15 now). My nephew is transgender, as well as being diabetic.
Homework Offered
The only homework for this class will be the reading of the book we will be discussing for the week.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Students will need to have a physical or digital copy of the books to participate in the class discussions. Most of these books should be attainable through your local library. Please plan ahead when joining this club. We do not read the books in class. If you have trouble finding any of these book, please reach out to me and I can see if I can find a different way for you to get the book.
The books we will be reading in the class will be in the age range of 12-16 years old (according to Amazon). Some of the books (very few) have violence, some profanity, and some deal with race. These books are noted in the course description. We will discuss all diverse experiences during this class, including (but not limited to) LGBTQIA+, Native, people of color, gender diversity, people with disabilities, and ethnic, cultural, and religious minorities. These discussions could include racism, sexism, and discrimination. These topics will be handled in an age-appropriate manner. All my classrooms are safe, respectful, and supportive places for all students.
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(149)
Looking back on my early years of learning, what stands out most in my memories are the subjects I found joy in, the teachers who made learning a delightful experience, and the freedom to explore topics that fascinated me. These are the very...
Group Class
$10
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 102 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
3-12 learners per class
