RMS Summer Reading Project

Directions:

Choose one of the projects listed below to “show what you know” about the book you chose for summer reading.

Carefully read the grading rubric for your selected project for specific details about the expectations of each assignment.

The Summer Reading Project is due at the beginning of class on September 15, 2015.

Book Report

Write a 1 to 1 ½ page book report.

Book reports must be typed, double-spaced, 1” margins, Times New Roman 12 font.

  • In the first paragraph describe the main character and the conflict that he or she faces in the book.
  • In the second paragraph, briefly summarize the plot of the story (beginning, middle, end).
  • In the third paragraph, give your recommendation about reading the book. Did you like the book or not? Give reasons for your position.

PowerPoint or Prezi Book Report

Make a PowerPoint or Prezi presentation about the book .

  • Your presentation must include a minimum of 15 slides.
  • Please see the directions and rubric for this project for specific information to include in presentation.

Cartoon/Graphic Novel

Draw a cartoon that tells the entire story.

  • The cartoon should include a minimum of 15 frames.
  • The cartoon must include dialogue and represent the setting of the book.
  • The cartoon must accurately portray all major characters and events in the book.
  • Cartoon must be detailed and either colored or shaded.

Character Website

Create a website for the main character in your book.

  • The website must have a minimum of five pages.
  • Include the character’s biography, family, and interests.
  • The website should be easy to read and navigate and visually appealing.
  • Write a paragraph for each page explaining why each item on the page is included on the website. You can include this information in an additional page.

Character Diary/Blog

Imagine you are the main character in your book. Create a blog for the character.

  • Write a minimum of five diary entries or blog posts. In each one, explain what is happening in the character’s life and how he or she is feeling and why.
  • Each diary entry/blog entry must be a minimum of 15 lines.
  • Write in first person.

Dodecahedron

Create a 12-sided geometric ball, called a dodecahedron, to explain your book.

  • Use the instructions and templates on your teacher’s website to create a dodecahedron.
  • Carefully follow the instructions for the content of each circle and how to assemble your dodecahedron.

Photo Essay

Retell the story through your original photography.

  • Retell the story using 15+ photographs.
  • Each photograph should include a caption.
  • The photo essay should include the setting and major characters and plot events.
  • All photographs must be taken by the student. Photos found online should not be included.

Diorama

Create a detailed diorama depicting one important scene from the book you read.

  • The diorama must be created entirely by you (no Legos).
  • Write a paragraph explaining the scene you created.
  • Write a paragraph of 8-10 sentences explaining why this scene is important to the book.

Movie Poster

Imagine you are the producer making a movie of the book you read.

Create a movie poster to advertise your movie.

  • Movie poster will include critics’s reviews, a rating, a collage.
  • You will include a written explanation of your creative choices.
  • Please see instructions and rubric for specific requirements for this project.

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