New Ultimate Spider-Man Revealed...

In a landmark move, Marvel has announced a replacement for the recently deceased Peter Parker in it Ultimate Comics line for the upcoming issue #1. The new Ultimate Spiderman, Miles Morales, is half black, half hispanic and will fill the shoes of one of the most iconic superheroes in comics and pop-culture. The comic industry has never really embraced diversity, and this is a fantastic third step in that direction that follows on the heels of DC comic's decision to introduce a homosexual Batwoman in its most recent iteration of that comic. DC will also include a African Batman in its brand new title Batwing, coming out in September. While few and far between, having these examples of diversity shows the comics industries willingness to embrace the reality of such a culturally diverse world. 

These titles would make a great addition to any classroom library, either in single issue format, or in the collected editions. Your students will read these books (comics) if you make them available. They are also fantastic for reluctant readers, or struggling readers. 

Great Starting Point for DC Comics

DC Comics is re-launching all 52 of it's books this September by releasing #1 issues for all of them. This is a great time to jump on board with some of the most iconic characters in comics. Speaking of #1's, Captain America just relaunched with a new #1. Done by Ed Brubaker is one of the best books on the shelves.