1. Introduction to Editorial Cartoons
Presented by Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
Sponsored by The Herb Block Foundation
Facilitated by

2. What do you already know about editorial / political cartoons?

3. Editorial cartoons are a type of visual storytelling that explore both historical and contemporary issues through images and/or text.
The subject matter is often controversial.
An editorial cartoon conveys a viewpoint on an issue and its portrayal of an issue may be thought provoking and often stimulates dialogue.

8. Elements and Techniques
Editorial Cartoonists use:
Caricature
Concision
Symbolism
Labeling
Irony/satire/parody
Stereotypes
Exaggeration
Analogy
Humor

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29. Now it’s time for you to think about local, global, social, and political issues.
What social commentary do you want to make?
What images, symbols, labels, etc. can you add to get your point across?

30. Registration for the 2017 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards is now open

31. How to Enter in Five Easy Steps
Create an account on artandwriting.org/registration.
Upload work.
Sign submission form.
Pay your submission fee, or obtain a fee waiver.
Mail in your submission form, fee or fee waiver.

32. Deadlines vary by region.
To find the deadline for your region, go to artandwriting.org/deadlines.

33. Thank you for your participation in today’s editorial cartoon workshop presented by the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards and sponsored by The Herb Block Foundation in partnership with [host site].
The Herb Block Foundation is committed to defending basic freedoms, combating all forms of discrimination and prejudice, and improving the condition of the poor and underprivileged. In addition, the Foundation promotes editorial cartooning and awards scholarships based on financial need to individuals seeking to attend community colleges in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. To learn more, visit herbblockfoundation.org.