Graphic Novels and Reading Attitudes of Seventh Grade Readers
Abstract
This study was conducted to investigate the use of graphic novels as instructional
material to improve reading attitudes of 13 seventh grade reluctant readers. The Estes
Attitude Survey was administered before and after the instructional unit. An interest
questionnaire was administered before, during and after the unit. A motivation survey
was also given. Results of the attitude survey showed a slight shift toward a more
positive reading attitude. Study participants also appeared more interested in graphic
novels than either short stories or a more traditional novel. Graphic novels also seemed
to motivate these readers to read for pleasure more than other in-class reading. Results of
this study indicate that incorporating graphic novels into middle school reading curricula
may facilitate students' continued interest in reading.
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