comic books, strips, etc., in education

Presents an introduction to physics by exploring the forces and motion of action comic hereos, explaining basic rules of thermodynamics, energy, and solid state physics as it relates to real world experiences.

Collects sixteen essays that examine ways in which comic books can be used to understand the history of the United States.

A guide to using comics and graphic novels to teach speaking, reading, and writing.

Presents an introduction to physics by exploring the forces and motion of action comic hereos, explaining basic rules of thermodynamics, energy, and solid state physics as it relates to real world experiences.

Shows middle and high school teachers how to incorporate graphic novels into their classrooms to promote literacy learning, motivate students, and engage struggling students in reading.

Examines how comic books and graphic novels can be worked into traditional elementary school curriculums as resources for improving reading comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency instruction.