Where comics meet curriculum

At Direct-ED, we revolutionise education by harnessing the power of comic books to engage every child, including those facing learning challenges. Led by acclaimed comic creator Tim Perkins, our latest initiative, The Educators, injects excitement into the English curriculum. Covering Grammar, Punctuation, Spelling, and more, these resources blend imagery and language to captivate young minds. Comics simplify complex ideas and enhance comprehension, complementing traditional teaching methods. Join us as we unlock limitless potential in the classroom through the art of storytelling.

the power of comics for learning

VISUAL ENGAGEMENT

Comics provide a visually stimulating learning experience, capturing students’ attention and making educational content more accessible and engaging.

IMPROVED COMPREHENSION

Through the combination of images and text, comics facilitate comprehension by offering visual cues that aid in understanding complex concepts and narratives.

LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT

Comics encourage literacy development by immersing students in written language within a context that is both enjoyable and meaningful, thus improving vocabulary, grammar, and reading comprehension skills.

CREATIVE & CRITICAL THINKING

Engaging with comics encourages students to think critically and creatively as they analyse visual elements, interpret narratives, and make connections between textual and visual information, fostering higher-order thinking skills.

Meet Our Creator

Tim Perkins
Tim PerkinsCreator
Tim has a wealth of experience working for the likes of Marvel, DC and 2000AD. Chances are, if you have held a good old comic, you may well be holding his artwork. He has worked on Comics in the thousands during a 40+ year-long career as a Comics Creator for many Comicbook and Book Publishers from around the world.
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