by Moni Barrette | Nov 1, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
While some may find the upcoming holiday season familiar and approaching normal, others may be adapting to changing family dynamics, forging new bonds, and embracing new customs. Whatever old traditions we partake in or new ones we create, our All in the Family list celebrates the good, bad, and everything in between that comes with the notion of family ties.
by Moni Barrette | Jan 5, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
Graphic Medicine encompasses a broad range of titles and health issues and has become a common way to help young people understand and share how they’re feeling, both mentally and physically. It can also help offset the stigma around concepts like anxiety, depression, and the physical issues created by mental stress. Comics Plus’ collection of Graphic Medicine titles can help students of all ages better articulate their own physical and mental health, and foster empathy for others facing difficult circumstances.
by LibraryPass | Nov 2, 2020 | Events, Resources
Jerry Craft, Tracy Edmunds, Grace Ellis, Talia Hurwich, Rossie Stone, Anthony Zuiker, and John Shableski have a lively conversation about developing empathy with comics and graphic novels.