[OPLINLIST] Graphic Novels: Comics for Kids (12 and under)--A Live and Interactive Webinar and Moderated Discussion in Blue Ash

[SWON Libraries]

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  Graphic Novels: Comics for Kids (12 and under)--A Live and Interactive
  Webinar and Moderated Discussion
  <http://www.swonlibraries.org/register?a=selectmember&id=1327&rate=cost1&sponsor=SouthWest%20Ohio%20and%20Neighboring%20Libraries>

Educational Leader Network 
<http://www.plcelearning.com/Gen/events/external/Click63LW.html>


      Date

Tuesday, February 12th, 2008


      Time

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.


      Location

SWON Libraries Office


      Speaker(s)

The popularity of graphic novels for younger readers is on the rise, 
with new books being published everyday in a comic format. From comic 
biographies to graphic novels about science and math -- this format is 
about to explode with new and exciting titles for students in 
elementary. Join graphic novels guru *Michele Gorman* in this webinar 
specifically tailored to meet the needs of educators serving children 
who want to know more about this format...including why it's so 
important to add these books to every elementary library collection. 
Michele will lead the Webinar.

*Valerie Davis* is the Teen Librarian at the Newport Branch of the 
Campbell County Library. Valerie currently reviews graphic novels for 
the No Flying, No Tights website <http://www.noflyingnotights.com/>, as 
well as being an active contributor to ROYAL 
<http://www.swonlibraries.org/royal/> and CARGYS 
<http://www.swonlibraries.org/cargys>. Her addiction to graphic novels 
began at age 8 with her first collection of Teen Titan comic books! 
Valerie will lead the Moderated Discussion following the Webinar.


      Description

*Objectives:*

Attendees will be learn more about the graphic novel format, including 
how graphic novels differ from traditional print materials and why they 
are so popular with younger readers.

Attendees will take an in-depth look at the development of the graphic 
novel as a legitimate format and the role that they can play in the 
school library, including literary value, and the special appeal this 
format has for new readers, readers transitioning from picture books to 
chapter books, reluctant readers, visual learners, and ESL Students.

Attendees will receive a primer lesson about manga (Japanese animation 
in print form)

Attendees will have a chance to ask presenter questions about selecting 
and circulating graphic novels for elementary-aged students


      Meal

Light snacks will be provided.


      Audience

Librarians, teachers, home schooling parents, and library 
paraprofessional staff, who develop, plan and carry out reading and 
library services for elementary students


      Contributing Member of SWON Libraries

$10 


      Friend of SWON Libraries

$10


      Contributing Member of NEO-RLS, NORWELD, or SERLS

$10


      Other

$20 

The deadline to register is Monday, February 11th, 2008



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