Frankenstein: Text Meets Visual Storytelling
Exploring Gris Grimly's Illustrated Adaptation Grade 8 English Language Arts Analyzing Character Development Through Text and Art
Bellringer: What Do You Know?
Write 3-4 sentences in your journal: What do you already know about Frankenstein's creaturer? Is it scary, misunderstood, or something else? Be ready to share your thoughts!
Meet Gris Grimly
Write 3-4 sentences in your journal: What do you already know about Frankenstein's creaturer? Is it scary, misunderstood, or something else? Be ready to share your thoughts!
The Power of Visual Storytelling
"Illustrations don't just decorate a story—they become part of the story itself, shaping how we feel about characters and events."
Frankenstein's Creature: Text vs. Visual
Close Reading & Analysis
Read the assigned excerpt with your partner Use your graphic organizer to identify: • Key character traits from the text • How illustrations complement or complicate the description • Emerging themes or tone (fear, loneliness, ambition)
Group Discussion
In your small groups, discuss: How do Grimly's illustrations change your understanding of the characters? What specific evidence (text or image) supports your ideas about theme? How does this version compare to other Frankenstein stories you know?
Reflection & Next Steps
Journal Writing Prompt: How do Gris Grimly's illustrations influence your emotional response to Frankenstein's story? How might this shape your perspective on the creature and his creator? Use specific examples from text and art