Media literacy discussion points covering novel-to-film adaptations, marketing, genre, screen violence, and more.
‘Superman: Unbound’ and Why There’s No Such Thing as the ‘Superhero Genre’
By on May 7, 2013
Superman, with a 75-year canon to draw upon, should be included in any curriculum that covers science fiction.
Five Simple Things It’s Easy to Overlook About Comics
By on April 25, 2013
At ALA Midwinter, one of the people in attendance asked how many librarians in the audience still encounter opposition from parents, teachers, or school administrators in promoting and collecting comics. I was astounded to see the majority of the librarians in the audience raise their hands.
Teaching Genre Conventions From a Fan’s Perspective
By on March 26, 2013
Guest Post by Miguel Rodriguez… Opportunities for Rich Discussion and Literary Analysis: Overcoming the Stigma of the Horror Genre Part 2
By on November 5, 2012
Guest Post by Miguel Rodriguez… How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Monster: Overcoming the Stigma of the Horror Genre
By on October 29, 2012
Getting Boys to Read: Seeing Your Library Through a Guy’s Eyes
By on September 7, 2012
Thursday, October 4, 2012, 3:00 – 4:00 PM ET Ever help a guy find food in the refrigerator? In this fun and informative webinar, you’ll discover how some everyday observations – like that time you maybe helped a guy find the mayo that was right in the front of the fridge – are really vital clues for thinking about getting boys to read in your library. In addition to the fun, the serious side of the topic will be addressed, including why the gap between boys’ and girls’ reading levels is a major concern among health experts and educators, and why the vast majority of reluctant readers are boys. Attendees will learn some tips to promote and support genres that boys like, including comic books, graphic novels, sports, and nonfiction, as well as some ideas for creating reading role models and communities for boys grades K-12. If you want ways to get books in the hands of your guys – and take a different look at how we think about getting boys to read – this session will inspire you. This archive is no longer available.
