Category: Comics in the Classroom

  • CIC: The Death of Gwen Stacy

    The iconic storyline “The Death of Gwen Stacy” in Spider-Man challenged traditional superhero storytelling, shaping cultural attitudes towards death and tragedy in comics.

  • Comics in the Classroom: Readings for AANHPI Heritage Month

    May is Asian, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Comics feature diverse characters like Ms. Marvel, Shang-Chi, and Silk. Educators can use them for cultural discussions.

  • CIC: Mental Health Awareness Month

    The representation of mental health in comics has evolved from stigmatized portrayals to empathetic and nuanced narratives, challenging stereotypes and encouraging dialogue.

  • Diversity in the Classroom: Readings for AANHPI Heritage Month

    The article offers a selection of readings featuring AANHPI characters and creatives, from mainstream publishers, presenting ideas for their use in educational discussions and accompanying resources.

  • CIC: Civil Rights, Civil Wars, And Captain Dies

    The blog post discusses Captain America’s death in the “Civil War” comic series as a study tool for exploring societal issues and ideological conflicts in educational settings.

  • CIC: 85 Years of Human Torch

    The Human Torch, a Marvel Comics icon since 1939, has evolved through various incarnations, cementing his place as a symbol of passion and resilience.