Analysing a scene in 'No Country'
I can analyse a scene in detail and ask questions to develop understanding.
Analysing a scene in 'No Country'
I can analyse a scene in detail and ask questions to develop understanding.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- We can analyse a scene in a graphic novel by exploring the visual, narrative and contextual elements.
- Visuals refer to how the panels are presented on the page, the illustration style and how characters are portrayed.
- Narrative is how dialogue and text develop the plot and action.
- Context refers to what the characters learn in a scene, how they change, as well as how the scene fits within the plot.
- We can ask questions about scenes to develop our understanding of the text.
Keywords
Scene - a sequence of continuous action in a text
Visuals - the artistic elements used to tell the story
Narrative - a spoken or written account of connected events; a story
Context - the surrounding details that help you understand what you're reading
Common misconception
Pupils may find it challenging to identify visual, narrative and contextual elements in Task A.
Task A could be done in pairs or small groups, with adults supporting with modelled examples.
Equipment
You need a copy of the 2021 David Fickling Books edition of ‘No Country’, written by Joe Brady and illustrated by Patrice Aggs, for this lesson.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of upsetting content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
6 Questions
the artistic elements used to tell the story
a spoken or written account of connected events; a story
the surrounding details that help understand what you're reading