Beowulf Graphic Novels (See timeline and due dates below)

Beowulf Reading Selection:

I.  READING:  For Beowulf, you are only reading the pages on the right; pages on the left are in Old English.  Beowulf fights three adversaries.  In between there is a series of celebrations.  You are only responsible for the three battles.  For your analysis, please attend to the reading guide below:

Read pages 3-top of 57 (27 pages) – Fighting Grendel

Read pages 89-113 (12 pages) – Fighting Grendel’s Mother 

Read pages 149-213 (32 pages) – Fighting the Dragon 

Finish Reading ASAP.



II. RESEARCH:  Research and review TWO first pieces of fiction or nonfiction - one from Iran and one from a country of your choice.  Choose one that is unfamiliar to you.  Take notes and create a WORKS CITED with the sources you have found in your studies.  Assignment:  Compose a 1-2 page analysis of your findings AND include a works cited to be posted on Turnitin.com.  This will count as a double blog/quiz grade. THIS MUST BE POSTED ON TURNITIN.COM BY WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH.




III.  JOURNAL: Compare and contrast your work in a comprehensive journal response.  In three sections, tell the story of Beowulf, the story your researched from Iran, and the story of your country of choice.  The journal response should be 6-10 pages in length. It will be part of your term 3 grade.  THIS IS DUE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH.




IV.  GRAPHIC NOVEL:  Develop a 6-10 page graphic novel in three parts, telling the story of Beowulf and your two other selections.  The graphic novel will count as a major writing grade, and the seminar will count as a quiz/blog grade.  THIS IS DUE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH FOR CLASS SEMINAR AND SHARE.

Printable graphic novel pages here:

http://www.printablepaper.net/category/comics

Rubric:  Beowulf Graphic Novel Literary Analysis

The C Graphic Novel  (D-F showcase less than the following)

·      Concept fulfills the assignment

·      A basic outline of three stories, with a general topic, and list of moments to explore

·      At least six basic pages (two for each) of a graphic novel, covering the topics at hand

·      Logical progression from page to page

·      Artwork is appropriate for the task

·      Narration is clear and includes examples from the text

·      Dialogue is clear and includes examples from the text

·      A logical conclusion

The B Graphic Novel

·      Creative concept is thoughtful and immediate

·      A detailed outline, with a specific thesis, and list of moments to explore

·      Six plus pages with a thoughtful selection of cells, covering the topic at hand, with a purpose

·      Purposeful progression from page to page, stemming from a thoughtful concept (thesis)

·      Artwork is thoughtful and drawn, inked, and colored with care of the finished product

·      Narration is analytical, explaining the purpose, as well as propelling the story.

·      Dialogue is thoughtful and makes for pleasurable reading

·      Logical conclusion and a point

The A Graphic Novel

·      Concept is complex and lends itself to meaningful analysis that shows universality 

·      Comprehensive outline, with a nuanced thesis, and list of specific moments & quotations to explore

·      Eight plus pages graphic novel with carefully selected cells that combines all three tales and shows the univeral elements that connect to the meaning and message of the stories

·      Nuanced progression from page to page, using the techniques of literature and graphic novels to create suspense and action

·      Artwork is neat, inked, has artistic flourishes of color, shows action, purpose, and the author’s signature

·      Narration is intelligent and is a nod to graphic novels and the works being analyzed

·      Dialogue is genuine, thoughtful, meaningful, and immediate; the voices of all characters are distinct and match the text (perhaps even in a satirical way)

·      Exciting conclusion, leaving the audience wanting another issue