Art of Comprehension

<p>In <i>The Art of Comprehension: Exploring Visual Texts to Foster Comprehension Conversation and Confidence</i> Trevor A. Bryan introduces his signature method for enhancing students' understanding and thinking about all texts both written and visual.</p><p>By using what he calls 'access lenses' (such as faces body language sound/silence) you can prompt all your students to became active explorers and meaning-makers. Organically and spontaneously your classroom will become more student-centered.</p><ul> <li>Discover inventive ways to prompt students to notice think about and synthesize visuals using the same observation and comprehension skills they can bring to reading and writing</li> <li>Learn about ways to unravel layers of meaning in picture books chapter books artwork poetry and informational text</li> <li>Explore the book's eclectic collection of art and illustration by acclaimed illustrator Peter H. Reynolds 19th century masters and more.</li> </ul><p>Bryan's approach allows all students to engage meaningfully with texts and join the classroom conversation.' With this comes the greatest reward of all: confidence and independence for all kinds of learners.</p>