How to read A graphic novel.

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How to read A graphic novel

Some Graphic Novel Basics Graphic novels use text and pictures to present information Graphic novels use the same format as comic books Graphic novels differ from comics in that they usually contain stand-alone stories with complex plots

Parts of a Graphic Novel consists of: a cover

Parts of a Graphic Novel (cont.) and panels

A Graphic Novel Page Pages consist of a variety of elements Panels - squares or rectangles that contain a single scene Gutters - space between panels Dialogue Balloons - contain communication between/among characters Thought Balloons -contain a character’s thoughts Captions - contain information about a scene or character Sound Effects - visual sound clues i.e.. Wonk! Pow!

How to Read a Page in a Graphic Novel Graphic novels are read left to right, just like traditional texts

Dialogue Balloons OR left to right top to bottom Dialogue balloons are read left to right top to bottom OR

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