Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: This study investigated the effectiveness of Comic Strips as supplementary instructional materials in enhancing reading comprehension and engagement among grade 4 pupils. The data from classroom observations further indicated that comic strips facilitated better understanding of complex text, improve visual literacy, and encouraged collaborative discussion among students. The objective of this study is to examine the potential impact of comic strips on the reading comprehension skills of grade 4 pupils. The teachers and pupils construct and negotiate discourses around comic strips as part of classroom interaction from a new literacy studies perspective. The combination of imaginary and text makes comics relevant tools for examining how literacy is socially constructed. The findings suggest that comic strips serve as valuable supplementary materials that can address diverse learning styles, reduce reading anxiety, and foster a positive attitude towards reading. This study recommends integrating age- appropriate comic strips into reading instruction to enhance both cognitive and affective outcomes for Grade 4 pupils.
Authors: Sandy G. Gacis, Danilo E. Despi
Institution: St. Louise de Marillac College of Sorsogon, Inc.
Language: English
Subfield: Visual Arts and Performing Arts
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7128917677