Pupils must turn what is inside the speech bubble into an example of a sentence used in text with speech marks/ punctuation placed correctly.

Speech bubbles are read in a similar way to frames. We start by reading the highest one, and then the dialogue unspools from top to bottom. Once you have composed your page, it is a good idea to trace a line from one speech bubble to the next, in the order that you want people to read them.

Generally, you should read the top speech bubbles and work your way down to the bottom, but if they are about the same height, then read it left to right. This is almost always the correct way to read it, but you should be able to tell if something doesn’t make sense.

How To Handle Your Comic Books

1. Avoid rolling the comic, as you would a newspaper.
2. When handling a comic, do so gently.
3. Always handle the comic flat in the palm of your hand, and turn the pages carefully, allowing each page fall down gently on its own.
4. Comic stores tend to organize their comics standing up in comic boxes or bins.

Preserving Paperbacks — Preventing Cracked Spines

1. Step 1: Pick a book.
2. Step 2: Place book with spine facing down onto a flat surface.
3. Step 3: Open up the front and back covers and flatten onto the surface along the creases.
4. Step 4: One by one, open a page on each side.

Guide To Taking Care Of Comics

1. Clean Your Comics.
2. Use Polypropylene or Mylar Bags.
3. Remove Tape Before Taking Out Your Comic.
4. Wash Your Hands Before Reading.
5. Store In A Dark Cool Place.
6. Microchamber Paper.
7. CGC Your Book.
8. Don’t Leave Space In Your Box.

Comic Book Storage Don’ts DON’T stack them. The pressure from the top books will damage the ones at the bottom of the pile. Bag and board them, and stand them upright in a storage box or file cabinet. DON’T smoke around books that are out of their bags.

Use Bags & Boards: To store each book separately, consider using bags and boards – most comic book stores have combination bags/boards to store each book separately. Or, you can DIY making sure to use acid-free boards. Store in a Dark & Dry Place: And of course… don’t expose your collection to light, heat, or moisture.

12 Tips to Successfully Selling Your Comic Book Collection

1. Know the Best Place to Sell Comic Books.
2. Ask Yourself: Are Comic Books Worth Much Money?
3. Learn About Comic Book Conditions.
4. Keep Comics Safe by Bagging and Boarding.
5. Take Your Own Photos.
6. Give Proper Descriptions When Selling Online.
7. Separate Valuable Comics in a Collection.
8. Consider Grab Bags.

4 Comic Book Storage Tips to Keep Your Collection in Mint Condition By Nick Duron

1. Keep Them Flat. The best way to keep your books when you aren’t reading them is in a clear protective sleeve with a back board, to keep it nice and flat and avoid creasing.
2. Keep them Organised.
3. Keep them Cool.
4. Keep and Eye on Them.

Keep them cool Avoid storing comics where they could be exposed to temperature extremes or dampness. This means keeping them out of the attic or garage. And always store them at room temperature. Books baking in the attic become brittle and may turn yellow.