What a Novel Idea!

Did you know the first Marvel comic was published in 1939? Or, that the first ever superhero was called ‘The Phantom’? Or, that the oldest manga texts date back over 800 years ago? In this elective, you will uncover the origins of Marvel and DC. You will examine how they have evolved over time and shaped pop culture today. You will compare these Western comics to popular manga and anime like Astro Boy and Dragon Ball. Use these as inspiration for your own graphic novel! Developing your own plot and cartoon images you will create your own adaptation of these popular texts.