Research says...

• Motivation is key to success for middle school struggling readers
• Reading fiction can aid nonfiction comprehension
• Struggling readers need help accessing textbooks

MOTIVATE: Short graphic novels engage and motivate reluctant readers.

• Introduces key content-area concept and vocabulary
• Builds background knowledge in science and social studies

LINK: Nonfiction books connect to grade-level concepts

• Builds knowledge of key content-area concepts, reading skills, and vocabulary
• Teaches nonfiction text types and features commonly associated with content-area concepts

ACCESS: Skills and strategies help students access grade-level textbooks.

• Ensures students have essential vocabulary and comprehension strategies
• Develops higher-order thinking skills and metacognition