Super-powered literacy: The benefits of comics in the classroom

The Canadian Council on Learning elaborates on its latest findings: "More than just funny books: Comics and prose literacy for boys ," which provides an overview of current research about the reading habits of young boys and the literacy-boosting potential of comics.

Comics Can Draw Kids Into Reading

On the occasion of the Disney takeover of Marvel comics, this Utica NY reporter reflects on the power of comics as literacy. He says: "Comics or graphic novels can be used to entice the reluctant reader to the pleasure of a good story."