Amistad Commission Comic Book – Development , Illustration , & Production

2026-11-03

The scope of work includes , but is not limited to , the following components : 1 . Visual Engagement ; The vendor must create an engaging , visually rich comic book tailored to early elementary learners . This includes : • High quality illustrations that support comprehension and evoke emotional connection . • Age appropriate visual storytelling techniques that help students understand key historical themes , consistent with the Commission ’ s mandate to promote awareness of African and African American history . • Develop an original artistic style appropriate for the intended student audience . • Create engaging , high - quality illustrations and character designs that reflect cultural diversity and inclusion . • Ensure visual storytelling enhances comprehension and reinforces key instructional themes . • Incorporate visual cues , contextual supports , and layout techniques that promote literacy development . • All artwork must be original and free from copyright infringement . 2 . Cultural Relevance and Historical Accuracy ; The comic book must : • Accurately portray African and African American histories , experiences , and contributions as defined within the goals of the Amistad Commission . • Highlight both the global and New Jersey - specific dimensions of the Amistad story , including the struggles , resilience , and achievements of the Mende people and African Americans throughout U . S . history . • Promote pride , empathy , cross cultural understanding , and appreciation for diversity . • The vendor may be required to engage cultural consultants , educators , or advisory reviewers as part of development . 3 . Alignment With Curriculum Standards ; The comic book must function as a supplemental instructional resource aligned with : • New Jersey Student Learning Standards in social studies . • The Amistad curriculum mandate requiring the infusion of African and African American history across subject areas . • The final product must be easily adaptable for classroom use and compatible with K – 5 instructional design needs .

New Jersey

2026-04-29