Understanding 'New Kid' and 'Class Act'

Jerry Craft, author and illustrator of the graphic novel New Kid, discusses his work and its impact. New Kid, the first graphic novel to win the John W. Newbery Medal, follows Jordan Banks, a 12-year-old aspiring artist navigating a prestigious private school. The companion book, Class Act, focuses on Drew Ellis, exploring themes of diversity and perception. Craft emphasizes that graphic novels are legitimate reading, using story arcs and character development akin to prose books. He shares his own journey as a reluctant reader and aims to provide positive representation for kids of color. New Kid has inspired many reluctant readers to engage with books.

Who is the author and illustrator of the graphic novel 'New Kid'?

• Jerry Craft

• John Newberry

• Jordan Banks

• Drew Ellis

What prestigious award did 'New Kid' win?

• John W. Newberry Medal

• Caldecott Medal

• National Book Award

• Pulitzer Prize

What is the main aspiration of Jordan Banks in 'New Kid'?

• To be an artist

• To be a writer

• To be a musician

• To be a scientist

Where is Jordan Banks sent to school in 'New Kid'?

• A community college

• A private school in Riverdale

• A public school in Brooklyn

• A boarding school in Manhattan

In 'Class Act', who is the main character that the story follows?

• Jordan Banks

• Jerry Craft

• Drew Ellis

• John Newberry

What is a key theme in 'Class Act'?

• Friendship and identity

• Adventure and mystery

• Science and technology

• History and culture

How is Drew Ellis perceived differently from Jordan Banks?

• He is seen as more approachable

• He is seen as more intelligent

• He is seen as more threatening

• He is seen as more humorous

What does Jerry Craft say about the literary value of graphic novels?

• They lack story arcs

• They are not real reading

• They are only for children

• They use the same story arcs and character development as prose books

What does Jerry Craft say about the storytelling in graphic novels?

• It is only for children

• It is similar to prose books

• It lacks depth

• It is not engaging

What type of books did Jerry Craft prefer as a child?

• Mystery novels

• Comic books

• Science fiction

• Historical fiction