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To Dance November 10, 2008

Filed under: Uncategorized — Candace Hensley @ 10:44 am

I loved this graphic novel.  I think it would be an excellent way to get non-motivated readers involved in reading.  Some students think books such as this one are not allowed into the classroom.  I think some teachers are reluctant to put graphic novels in their classroom because they think these are all the students will read.  I loved how emotional this book was.  It made me feel as though I was right there experiencing the feelings and emotions of the dancer.  I can see how little girls would see how their dreams can become reality through this book.

 

3 Responses to “To Dance”

  1. sschemanske Says:

    I think reading this to students and then allowing them an opportunity to write their own short graphic novel would be a great way for students to have an outlet to show emotion in their writing.

  2. zelilaa Says:

    I totally agree. Also, I found a poem on your site, the I am a tree frog. Its pretty good, but good be a lot better. I think u can make a better final draft. Lots of potential.

    • Candace Hensley Says:

      I am a teacher therefore creating a poem that would be understandable for my elementary aged students. This gives them a base to write their own poems. I could write something more intellectual, but they would not understand.


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