Episode 224: Connections Between Art & Literacy
Laura and Matt GrundlerTrevor Bryan
As art educators, we know the benefits of visual literacy! Building art-centered comprehension has positive effects both inside and outside the art room. But can it help with students’ reading comprehension? Author and art educator Trevor Bryan thinks so. Matt and Laura talk to Trevor about how art and literacy are connected in this week’s episode. Trevor shares insights from his own experience teaching storytelling through art using illustration and comics. During the conversation, they also explore the crucial distinction between comprehending a story and being able to demonstrate that comprehension. Discover practical creative strategies art educators can use to help students bridge that gap.
