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Aired originally on: Sept 5 (Tues)
Ka-Pow! Unleashing the Superpowers: Engaging Reluctant Readers with Comics & Graphic Novels
During this virtual event, Prof. Stephen Krashen, Iurgi Urrutia, and Moni Barrette will immerse you in the captivating world of comics and graphic novels, revealing innovative strategies to ignite a passion for reading in reluctant readers.
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This virtual event brought together industry leaders to explore how comics and graphic novels can captivate even the most hesitant of readers. Prof. Stephen Krashen, a globally acclaimed authority in comic book research, led the discussion, joined by our special guests, Iurgi Urrutia, ALIA Graphic Novels and Comics Convenor, and Moni Barrette, Director, Collection Development & Publisher Relations, Library Pass.
During the virtual event, Prof. Krashen and Mr. Urrutia immersed themselves in the captivating world of comics and graphic novels, revealing innovative strategies to ignite a passion for reading in reluctant readers.
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