Grade 8 Project

Options• Movie Trailer• Diorama• Character profile• Graphic novel

Movie Trailer• Groups of 2 or 3. • You can chose your group• 3-5 mins long• Must show characters, setting, themes,

conflicts, inspire with a reason to watch • Filming and editing done in your own time• This is for visual learners and people who like

groupwork with good technology skills.

Examples

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzbDRPMg6qc

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9oEpSlDUvo

What is a diorama?A diorama is a scene that captures a moment

in time. For example:

Options: 1. Make a diorama of a scene from the Giver.2. Make a diorama of a powerful memory from

your childhood.

This for students who like to work with their hands! This suits physical and visual learners, artistic types, or those who enjoy working alone.

Character Profile • Prezi, powerpoint or glogster. Information to includeo Backgroundo Appearance o Personalityo Likes / dislikeso Talent and interesting informationo Timeline This suits people who like to work alone and enjoy technology.

Examples

• http://www.glogster.com/mockingbird1234/jem-s-character-profile/g-6lmg725skb1lkp7qi6b4ba0

• http://www.glogster.com/carlymasonep/my-character-profile/g-6lt642vcqgk0q2mcqpbmltn

• http://prezi.com/trtcizq36ahy/simons-character-profile/?res_nr=8&sis=1271357596

• http://prezi.com/u3budtrcqr2f/mrs-little/?res_nr=2&sis=1271357596

Graphic Novel Options1. How you would like to see the book end. 2. A story from another community.Includeo Pictures must be drawn to a high standardo Dialogueo Thought and action bubbleso You must apply by providing a sample before

you are accepted to choose this option. This is for people who are good at drawing and enjoy telling stories.

Examples

What now?

• Decide which project you are going to do.• Get the information handout• Complete planning template