“MOVIE POSTER” BOOK REPORT
For this book report you will be required to create a movie poster based on the theme of the book you have read. You will be graded on your creativity, attention to detail, as well as the information that you provide. The poster will be presented in class and explained. It should look like a movie poster that you see in the theatres—informative and interesting to the viewer.
Materials: White Paper (provided in class), Markers / Colored pencils / Crayons
Requirements:
1. Select a book Due 10/24
2. Your poster must contain pictures or original art to represent the theme of your novel. (Do not copy the book cover.)
3. You must have two quotes from the novel that tell something important about the novel.
4. List three “stars” (characters) of the book with pictures and a brief description. Tell us what actor/actress you would have playing the role of each character.
5. Two quotes from fictitious critics about the book.
6. You must have a short summary of the novel somewhere on the poster board.
7. Your poster must be colorful and creative. It must be on the paper provided to you in class.
8. You must fill out a book report worksheet, detailing information from the book.
Grading:
Book Report Form 20 points
Creative/Presentation 30 points
Poster includes:
Two quotes from book 5 points each 10 points
Three “stars” 5 points each 15 points
Two critics’ quote 5 points each 10 points
Summary 15 points
Total 100 points
Movie Poster Book Report Form
Title of Book: ______
Author of Book: ______
1. Brief description of the plot (including rising action, climax, and resolution):
2. Is the plot believable in “real life”? Why or why not.
3. Were the characters believable or unbelievable? Why?
4. What is the overall theme of the story:
5. Describe the setting or settings of the story? (time period, geography, etc.)
6. Did you like or dislike the story? Why?
Answer these questions on a separate piece of paper. For each question, write the question and then answer it in complete sentences! Your answers may be typed or handwritten.
October 22, 2014
Dear Fifth Grade Families,
Your child is beginning to work on their first book report. They will be creating a movie poster based on a fiction book they will read. Their book needs to be teacher approved by Friday, October 24, 2014. The books should be completely read by Monday, November 10, 2014. The entire poster is due on Friday, November 14, 2014. Your child is responsible for creating a movie poster that includes a short summary of the story and a question form that needs to be completed. If you have any questions please contact your child’s teacher.
Thank you,
The Fifth Grade Teachers
Due Dates:
Book Approved: Friday, October 24, 2014
Finished Reading: Monday, November 10, 2014
Completely Handed In: Friday, November 14, 2014
Please sign and return by Friday, October 24, 2014.
: Child’s Name
: Parents Signature