by LibraryPass | Mar 1, 2021 | Events, Resources
On February 25, 2021, our panel of experienced educators—Jesse Karp, Shveta Miller, Julie Ann Price, Susannah Richards, Ph.D., Jana Tropper—discussed their process for using comics to support readers of different abilities, how they partner with other stakeholders,...
by LibraryPass | Feb 3, 2021 | Announcements, Events
WATCH In an increasingly visual world, there is a growing understanding and appreciation for the unique role comics, graphic novels, and manga play with engaging readers of all ages and abilities. The comics medium offers a broad range of genres, perspectives, and...
by LibraryPass | Feb 2, 2021 | Events, Resources
On January 27, 2021, K.C. Boyd, Joy Harvey, Angie Mahalik, and Cait Zaksheske joined LibraryPass’ John Shableski to share insights on successfully integrating comics, graphic novels, and manga into a collection development plan, and aligning your collection to support...
by LibraryPass | Jan 6, 2021 | Announcements, Events
WATCH Adding popular graphic novels and manga to your school library’s collection is a surefire way to drive circulation—but it can also bring scrutiny from parents and administrators who don’t believe they’re appropriate for young readers. Ensuring...
by LibraryPass | Nov 30, 2020 | Events, Resources
On November 24, 2020, Karen Gavigan, Kat Kan, Esther Keller, and Christina Taylor, joined LibraryPass’ John Shableski for a lively and insightful conversation about the comics medium and why it has become so popular, particularly amongst younger readers. View the full...
by LibraryPass | Nov 9, 2020 | Announcements, Events
WATCH “If you’re telling me I can’t enjoy reading, treating comics like contraband, then I’ll play video games. It’s a shorter jump from reading [Raina Telgemeier’s] Guts to ‘real’ books than from not reading at all.”...