Primates is a graphic novel that introduces us to Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Birute Galdikas. We are shown their research through the narrative and visual experience that we didn't see in our other non-fiction books. This is an essential read because it not only teaches through a non-fiction perspective, but we are also seeing how to make connections through the literature via visuals and stories.
Evaluative Criteria: Organization
Primates brings us back to Ms. Jane Goodall, the subject of MDonnell's book, as well as introduces us to a few more scientific figures. This text, compared to the other listed, is different because of the format it comes in. It is a graphic novel as well as a nonfiction work! Because of this different format, information is organized in a new way. I love how this book brings in so many different facets all at once: graphic novel, reads like a story, nonfiction information through visuals, and illustrations galore, what could be better? This organization is important because it shows that nonfiction shouldn't be restricted in its format. Compared to other books that give facts and figures, I believe that the graphic novel panels are also a form of information.
More Research on the subject:
Tumblr on our three scientists
Short Article on Goodall, Fosse, and Galdikas
Great Minds Video
Ottaviani, J., & Wicks, M. (2013). Primates: The fearless science of Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Biruté Galdikas. New York, NY: First Second.
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