Graphic Biographies
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Fast-paced and easy-to-read,
these softcover 32-page graphic biographies teach students
about historical figures: those who lead us into new
territory; pursued scientific discoveries; battled injustice
and prejudice; and broke down creative and artistic
barriers. These biographies offer a variety of rich primary
and secondary source material to support teaching to the
standards. Using the graphics, students can activate prior
knowledge- bridge what they already know with what they have
yet to learn. Graphically illustrated biographies also teach
inference skills, character development, dialogue,
transitions, and drawing conclusions. Graphic biographies in
the classroom provide an intervention with proven success
for the struggling reader. Titles include: The Beatles |