Personally, I do not think this is an effective way for some people to learn about a historical event, especially the Holocaust. A book that is written out like a comic book is kind of harder to understand or read for some people. I feel like if it was written out in a normal book format it would be more effective towards learning about this historical event. As for only reading the first chapter so far, it is not bad, but i feel as the book goes on it is going to get more difficult to understand and comprehend. I think it should have just been written in a normal book writing format, so that way everyone will understand the book through out the entire reading. TL F.H.S
I believe that a graphic novel is an effective way for some people to learn about a historical event. As a personal thing, it helps me comprehend the writing better since i am able to visualize what is being said. A comic book can sometimes be confusing to read and understand exactly the story that is being told but after reading the first chapter of this novel, i can't complain. The Holocaust itself is unimaginable to try and put yourself in the shoes of a victim, the pictures and the stories help you sort of get an idea. As the story goes on it will be interesting to see if the comprehension level stays the same or if it gets more difficult. I look forward to reading the rest of the book. JW F.H.S
I agree. Maus adds to the different ways you can experience the Holocaust. We are most certainly the last generation that would have the opportunity to meet holocaust survivors,so finding new ways to learn about it will be good for the next generation.
Reading a graphic novel about the Holocaust is an interesting concept. Usually books in that format are made solely to be funny; however the Holocaust isn’t a laughing matter or something to take lightly. When it comes to learning about the Holocaust, Maus isn’t like anything I've ever read before. For me, this book is an effective way to learn about the Holocaust and a survivor's story. It's easier when I’m able to read something and have a visual along with it. Being set up that way, I get a better understanding of everything. Overall, this graphic novel is a good way for visual people to learn about the Holocaust. It could also open up those who don’t like to read much to the topic, making the format effective. Although the graphic novel can be an effective way to learn, it shouldn’t be the only source when learning about the Holocaust in general and it’s not the best way for everyone. EM F.H.S
I think that this book helps us understand what really happened to the survivors of the holocaust before and after the camps. Using the comic format gives us visuals to gets a sense of what things looked like when the survivors went through. It can be read by anyone young or old and they can see pictures through drawings of what happened, not through grusum pictures the nazis took. I think this book is going to be fun to read and i can't wait to read the rest of it. CD F.H.S
I also agree in the sense that Maus can appeal to all ages even though the holocaust is a event usually talked upon by young adults and adults. PF R.E. Lee
Personally, I would much rather a real book versus a comic book. The idea behind Maus was clever, but I feel as though it isn't taken as seriously. I love the visualizations because they give the reader an image to picture and it helps to make what happened more real. I've read a lot of books regarding the Holocaust from fiction to biographies and i've always felt as though pictures were a major part of their history and the explanation behind what they went through. With a comic book I just don't grasp the story line as much, I caught myself getting distracted multiple times while reading only the first chapter. The story line behind the first chapter of Maus I was fixating- the details were amazing and I really look forward to reading the rest of the book. SH F.H.S
I feel that as a comic book, Maus delivers its purpose by providing a visual good visual presentation, so I think that visual learners will benefit from it the most. Also since it uses a classic cat and mouse theme, it further simplifies the complication of the Holocaust. However, I would understand if people would say it's not the proper way to recall such an event. But that is why it works. It stands out. It will further promote a positive reinforcement into the reader. They will think in their mind and ask themselves "How could anyone support this?" To sum it up, this is a new way for people who don't want to read through historical recollections to learn about the Holocaust and will open up a new, fresh experience. Robert E. Lee H.S.
Being a visual learner myself, I agree that the use of a graphic novel will benefit certain people. The cat and mouse theme is a good point to bring up because by using a common theme it makes a somewhat complex historical event a little more comprehensible. I didn't even think to bring up that point.
I agree with you to being able to read and see pictures gives us a visual in our minds to get a idea of what happened and helps us to understand it better CD F.H.S
if you aren't a visualize learner this type of format could confuse you more, but I do agree if you are a person who learns better by seeing pictures this book helps TL FHS
Your whole concept to the idea of making this story a graphic novel is interesting, and i like it. The cat and mouse thing is something i didn't think of, along with the uniqueness. It can take a non reader through a historical event through pictures, as you kind of said. JW. FHS
I believe the use of a graphic novel is very effective when it comes to learning. It provides a visual for whatever the topic of history is. In this case it is the Holocaust. The use of a graphic novel can also filter out the harsh reality of such an event if a child was to learn about the Holocaust.
I think writing a non fiction book in the format of a graphic novel is a great idea. Some readers have trouble picturing certain settings, events, etc. Written as a graphic novel though, it makes it easier for them to comprehend the story. Personally for me, I found that having pictures to go with what is going on in the story made it easier than if there were none. Also it's not written in a format with big words or long sentences so there's a slimmer chance of getting lost while reading. Also, most historical books are always very long and intricate. In the form of a graphic novel the reader is more likely to want to read it in the first place and more likely to want to keep reading it. AR F.H.S
Maus is a very interesting book that portrays the holocaust in images and a story. The comic book them realy helps keep my interest, it doesn't feel like I'm reading a book about the holocaust. Germans are the cats and Jews are mouses. Which, in my opinion is simple, but clever. It makes sense, because, the jews we're basically trying to hide from the Nazis. Just like a mouse would from a cat. I am very interested in the story so far. It has been a great book, and I'm looking forward to reading more of it. PF R.E. Lee
The comic book also helps keep my interest because I'm not much of reader. I agree that the cat and mouse theme is simple but clever which makes it open to a wider audience. EM F.H.S
I think that a graphic novel is great for people that are visual learners and young kids. For the people that can't learn visual might have some trouble keeping the interest and might find it hard to understand the graphic novel. MS. R.E.Lee
I beleieve thats since mause is a graphic novel it is an effective way ro learn about a historical event. Many people dont realize that leaving imagination to a story like maus. Creating a your own images to a historical event witnesses expierence would allow the reader to see sometimes with child gloves on. I think adding the images as they are in this graphic novel doesnt allow readers to do that.Also I think that making a story like maus a graphic novel where the Jews are mice, the bystanders pigs, and the germans as cats. Puts a new feel to the story it actually allows readers to see the authors opinion on the people of that tragic historical event
I think that it is an effective way to learn, but i would rather read an actual book because i feel with a real book, it is easier to way to get the more straight forward knowledge. I think that graphic novels sometimes are harder to find the information you are looking for. CB R.E Lee
This graphic novel told this story in great detail and with very accurate information ,also in a way everyone could understaznd it. This book will teach younger generations about a disturbing, yet a important part of history and it should never be forgotten and should be know all over the world. N.B Robert E, Lee H.S.
I think this is a really effective way to learn about the Holocaust. In my opinion, I think a comic book is easier to read than a regular book. I think Spiegelman displays the Holocaust is a very creative way. Comic books provide visuals and I think that really helps. It's different and I really enjoy reading this comic book because of that. I also really like the way he portrays different types of people as different animals.
Personally, I don't I like comic books, so I don't think this is an effective way to learn about the Holocaust. I would prefer to read an actual historical novel about the Holocaust, or watch a movie. I feel like it's clever idea for a younger audience and to get them more involved and informed about the Holocaust. PB F.H.S
Personally i think it depends on the learning style of the person(s) reading the book. If one is a visual learner than the graphic novel style of the book will work exceptionally well, however if the person learns best by taking notes presented on a screen then that would present a complication for that person as they would not get as much out of the book than the earlier mentioned person. Dylan Hogsett R.E.Lee
I agree that it all depends on the mindset and the learning style of the student. Personally, I do not enjoy comic books but others might. It's all about preference.
I do not like comic books, so I don't think this is a good way to learn about the Holocaust. I do really like to read so that could keep me from reading a comic book. Students or people who don't like to read might find this a really fun way to lean. R.E. LEE
I believe that a graphic novel is a great way to learn about the Holocaust. It provides a visual way to learn bits and pieces of the Holocaust. Although it has cartoons in it I believe its a fun and easy way to learn about the Holocaust.
In my opinion, when talking about historical fiction and about famous people, the subject has to be taken seriously. I mean of course, there are books that explain history in content suitable for the appropriate age; such as children's books about George Washington. However, I feel that a book that aims for our age (15-17 years) has to be taken seriously, especially when talking about a horrific or gruesome event with many deaths (Holocaust). Many graphic novels have aimed to be comedies; such as the 'Captain Underpants' series. Although reading a graphic novel can be educative to many people, it can also be quite distracting and not taken seriously, in my opinion. (112) GC STA BLOCK 5
In my personal opinion, I find that the use of visual aids can help one understand the events that are taking place at hand. For myself, I can find situations more easily understandable if there is a visual representation of what I am trying to understand. What I believe could happen is that for some readers the use of comics can have a affect that the author did not intend. As I said earlier, I find it effective to be able to see a drawing of what the author wants me to see instead of leaving it up for interpretation. (100) JC STA Block 1
After doing some research about graphic novels, I learned that they usually tell a story with a complex plot. I see Maus as a very unique graphic novel because it tells history, more specifically, a Holocaust story, and it is also a memoir because Art, the author and character of the book, interviews his father, Vladek, about his experience in the Holocaust. I found it as a very effective way to tell us about this historical event because its illustrations and dialogue format keep the reader engaged. Not only does this graphic novel keep the reader engaged into the story, it helps illustrate how horrifying the event was with detailed drawings of the Jews (mice) who suffered through the Holocaust. (120) CA STA BLOCK 1
We learn about Artie’s mother, Anja, in Chapter two is that she had a boyfriend before Vladek that was a communist from Warsaw. Anja was part of the communist, but ends up being part of it because Vladek. He doesn’t want her to get into any more trouble and Vladek was about to end their marriage if Anja didn’t quit the communist. Her family is also rich and wealth that they gave Valdes a factory. Speigelman also tell the present-day of Artie within this segment is to show the old and new Vladek. He is showing what is it like to and not have Anja with his side. (108) RR STA Block 3
I think this is a great to learn about historical events. Maus is a great graphic novel to learn about the Holocuast. I think it is a better way to learn because smaller children will understand the story more than if it was just a regular book. A graphic novel is better because the pictures help the reader understand the story more in detail. For me the pictures make the book feel more realistic. The pictures in Maus also show how Auschwitz looked like and how the crematorium looked like inside. Finally, graphic novels are shorter which makes the readers want to read it more. (105) AV STA BLOCK 3
Personally, I do not think this is an effective way for some people to learn about a historical event, especially the Holocaust. A book that is written out like a comic book is kind of harder to understand or read for some people. I feel like if it was written out in a normal book format it would be more effective towards learning about this historical event. As for only reading the first chapter so far, it is not bad, but i feel as the book goes on it is going to get more difficult to understand and comprehend. I think it should have just been written in a normal book writing format, so that way everyone will understand the book through out the entire reading. TL F.H.S
ReplyDeleteI believe that a graphic novel is an effective way for some people to learn about a historical event. As a personal thing, it helps me comprehend the writing better since i am able to visualize what is being said. A comic book can sometimes be confusing to read and understand exactly the story that is being told but after reading the first chapter of this novel, i can't complain. The Holocaust itself is unimaginable to try and put yourself in the shoes of a victim, the pictures and the stories help you sort of get an idea. As the story goes on it will be interesting to see if the comprehension level stays the same or if it gets more difficult. I look forward to reading the rest of the book. JW F.H.S
ReplyDeleteI agree. Maus adds to the different ways you can experience the Holocaust. We are most certainly the last generation that would have the opportunity to meet holocaust survivors,so finding new ways to learn about it will be good for the next generation.
DeleteI am a visual learner too, so I agree with this. The images really help to put the story together. PF R.E. Lee
DeleteReading a graphic novel about the Holocaust is an interesting concept. Usually books in that format are made solely to be funny; however the Holocaust isn’t a laughing matter or something to take lightly. When it comes to learning about the Holocaust, Maus isn’t like anything I've ever read before. For me, this book is an effective way to learn about the Holocaust and a survivor's story. It's easier when I’m able to read something and have a visual along with it. Being set up that way, I get a better understanding of everything. Overall, this graphic novel is a good way for visual people to learn about the Holocaust. It could also open up those who don’t like to read much to the topic, making the format effective. Although the graphic novel can be an effective way to learn, it shouldn’t be the only source when learning about the Holocaust in general and it’s not the best way for everyone. EM F.H.S
ReplyDeleteI think that this book helps us understand what really happened to the survivors of the holocaust before and after the camps. Using the comic format gives us visuals to gets a sense of what things looked like when the survivors went through. It can be read by anyone young or old and they can see pictures through drawings of what happened, not through grusum pictures the nazis took. I think this book is going to be fun to read and i can't wait to read the rest of it. CD F.H.S
ReplyDeleteI agree with your statement about appealing to a wider audience of more ages. Good point.
DeleteI also agree in the sense that Maus can appeal to all ages even though the holocaust is a event usually talked upon by young adults and adults. PF R.E. Lee
DeletePersonally, I would much rather a real book versus a comic book. The idea behind Maus was clever, but I feel as though it isn't taken as seriously. I love the visualizations because they give the reader an image to picture and it helps to make what happened more real. I've read a lot of books regarding the Holocaust from fiction to biographies and i've always felt as though pictures were a major part of their history and the explanation behind what they went through. With a comic book I just don't grasp the story line as much, I caught myself getting distracted multiple times while reading only the first chapter. The story line behind the first chapter of Maus I was fixating- the details were amazing and I really look forward to reading the rest of the book. SH F.H.S
ReplyDeleteI feel that as a comic book, Maus delivers its purpose by providing a visual good visual presentation, so I think that visual learners will benefit from it the most. Also since it uses a classic cat and mouse theme, it further simplifies the complication of the Holocaust. However, I would understand if people would say it's not the proper way to recall such an event. But that is why it works. It stands out. It will further promote a positive reinforcement into the reader. They will think in their mind and ask themselves "How could anyone support this?" To sum it up, this is a new way for people who don't want to read through historical recollections to learn about the Holocaust and will open up a new, fresh experience. Robert E. Lee H.S.
ReplyDeleteBeing a visual learner myself, I agree that the use of a graphic novel will benefit certain people. The cat and mouse theme is a good point to bring up because by using a common theme it makes a somewhat complex historical event a little more comprehensible. I didn't even think to bring up that point.
DeleteI agree with you to being able to read and see pictures gives us a visual in our minds to get a idea of what happened and helps us to understand it better
DeleteCD F.H.S
if you aren't a visualize learner this type of format could confuse you more, but I do agree if you are a person who learns better by seeing pictures this book helps TL FHS
DeleteYour whole concept to the idea of making this story a graphic novel is interesting, and i like it. The cat and mouse thing is something i didn't think of, along with the uniqueness. It can take a non reader through a historical event through pictures, as you kind of said. JW. FHS
DeleteI believe the use of a graphic novel is very effective when it comes to learning. It provides a visual for whatever the topic of history is. In this case it is the Holocaust. The use of a graphic novel can also filter out the harsh reality of such an event if a child was to learn about the Holocaust.
ReplyDeleteI think writing a non fiction book in the format of a graphic novel is a great idea. Some readers have trouble picturing certain settings, events, etc. Written as a graphic novel though, it makes it easier for them to comprehend the story. Personally for me, I found that having pictures to go with what is going on in the story made it easier than if there were none. Also it's not written in a format with big words or long sentences so there's a slimmer chance of getting lost while reading. Also, most historical books are always very long and intricate. In the form of a graphic novel the reader is more likely to want to read it in the first place and more likely to want to keep reading it. AR F.H.S
ReplyDeleteMaus is a very interesting book that portrays the holocaust in images and a story. The comic book them realy helps keep my interest, it doesn't feel like I'm reading a book about the holocaust. Germans are the cats and Jews are mouses. Which, in my opinion is simple, but clever. It makes sense, because, the jews we're basically trying to hide from the Nazis. Just like a mouse would from a cat. I am very interested in the story so far. It has been a great book, and I'm looking forward to reading more of it. PF R.E. Lee
ReplyDeleteThe comic book also helps keep my interest because I'm not much of reader. I agree that the cat and mouse theme is simple but clever which makes it open to a wider audience. EM F.H.S
DeleteI think that a graphic novel is great for people that are visual learners and young kids. For the people that can't learn visual might have some trouble keeping the interest and might find it hard to understand the graphic novel. MS. R.E.Lee
ReplyDeleteI agree with you this is not an effective way to learn about the Holocaust.
DeleteI agree as well, I feel like the comic aspect takes away from the seriousness of the Holocaust and downplays what happened. SH F.H.S
DeleteI beleieve thats since mause is a graphic novel it is an effective way ro learn about a historical event. Many people dont realize that leaving imagination to a story like maus. Creating a your own images to a historical event witnesses expierence would allow the reader to see sometimes with child gloves on. I think adding the images as they are in this graphic novel doesnt allow readers to do that.Also I think that making a story like maus a graphic novel where the Jews are mice, the bystanders pigs, and the germans as cats. Puts a new feel to the story it actually allows readers to see the authors opinion on the people of that tragic historical event
ReplyDeleteI think that it is an effective way to learn, but i would rather read an actual book because i feel with a real book, it is easier to way to get the more straight forward knowledge. I think that graphic novels sometimes are harder to find the information you are looking for. CB R.E Lee
ReplyDeleteThis graphic novel told this story in great detail and with very accurate information ,also in a way everyone could understaznd it. This book will teach younger generations about a disturbing, yet a important part of history and it should never be forgotten and should be know all over the world. N.B Robert E, Lee H.S.
ReplyDeleteI think this is a really effective way to learn about the Holocaust. In my opinion, I think a comic book is easier to read than a regular book. I think Spiegelman displays the Holocaust is a very creative way. Comic books provide visuals and I think that really helps. It's different and I really enjoy reading this comic book because of that. I also really like the way he portrays different types of people as different animals.
ReplyDeletePersonally, I don't I like comic books, so I don't think this is an effective way to learn about the Holocaust. I would prefer to read an actual historical novel about the Holocaust, or watch a movie. I feel like it's clever idea for a younger audience and to get them more involved and informed about the Holocaust. PB F.H.S
ReplyDeleteI agree with you. I don't think its an effective way.
DeletePersonally i think it depends on the learning style of the person(s) reading the book. If one is a visual learner than the graphic novel style of the book will work exceptionally well, however if the person learns best by taking notes presented on a screen then that would present a complication for that person as they would not get as much out of the book than the earlier mentioned person.
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I agree that it all depends on the mindset and the learning style of the student. Personally, I do not enjoy comic books but others might. It's all about preference.
DeleteI do not like comic books, so I don't think this is a good way to learn about the Holocaust. I do really like to read so that could keep me from reading a comic book. Students or people who don't like to read might find this a really fun way to lean.
ReplyDeleteR.E. LEE
I believe that a graphic novel is a great way to learn about the Holocaust. It provides a visual way to learn bits and pieces of the Holocaust. Although it has cartoons in it I believe its a fun and easy way to learn about the Holocaust.
ReplyDeleteIn my opinion, when talking about historical fiction and about famous people, the subject has to be taken seriously. I mean of course, there are books that explain history in content suitable for the appropriate age; such as children's books about George Washington. However, I feel that a book that aims for our age (15-17 years) has to be taken seriously, especially when talking about a horrific or gruesome event with many deaths (Holocaust). Many graphic novels have aimed to be comedies; such as the 'Captain Underpants' series. Although reading a graphic novel can be educative to many people, it can also be quite distracting and not taken seriously, in my opinion. (112) GC STA BLOCK 5
ReplyDeleteIn my personal opinion, I find that the use of visual aids can help one understand the events that are taking place at hand. For myself, I can find situations more easily understandable if there is a visual representation of what I am trying to understand. What I believe could happen is that for some readers the use of comics can have a affect that the author did not intend. As I said earlier, I find it effective to be able to see a drawing of what the author wants me to see instead of leaving it up for interpretation. (100) JC STA Block 1
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ReplyDeleteAfter doing some research about graphic novels, I learned that they usually tell a story with a complex plot. I see Maus as a very unique graphic novel because it tells history, more specifically, a Holocaust story, and it is also a memoir because Art, the author and character of the book, interviews his father, Vladek, about his experience in the Holocaust. I found it as a very effective way to tell us about this historical event because its illustrations and dialogue format keep the reader engaged. Not only does this graphic novel keep the reader engaged into the story, it helps illustrate how horrifying the event was with detailed drawings of the Jews (mice) who suffered through the Holocaust. (120) CA STA BLOCK 1
We learn about Artie’s mother, Anja, in Chapter two is that she had a boyfriend before Vladek that was a communist from Warsaw. Anja was part of the communist, but ends up being part of it because Vladek. He doesn’t want her to get into any more trouble and Vladek was about to end their marriage if Anja didn’t quit the communist. Her family is also rich and wealth that they gave Valdes a factory. Speigelman also tell the present-day of Artie within this segment is to show the old and new Vladek. He is showing what is it like to and not have Anja with his side. (108) RR STA Block 3
ReplyDeleteI think this is a great to learn about historical events. Maus is a great graphic novel to learn about the Holocuast. I think it is a better way to learn because smaller children will understand the story more than if it was just a regular book. A graphic novel is better because the pictures help the reader understand the story more in detail. For me the pictures make the book feel more realistic. The pictures in Maus also show how Auschwitz looked like and how the crematorium looked like inside. Finally, graphic novels are shorter which makes the readers want to read it more. (105) AV STA BLOCK 3
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