Odyssey Part I RAFT

Think about your role: Who is writing this?

·  Odysseus, Calypso, Circe, Polyphemus, Poseidon, Helios, Etc.

Think about your audience: Who is reading this?

·  Another character, a news paper reader,

Pick a format: What kind of writing is it?

·  Poem

·  Letter

·  Journal entries (by a character)

·  Artistic piece – drawing, painting, etc. (with written explanation

·  Image collage-with written explanations of the images selected

·  Song

·  Newspaper article

·  Letter between characters

·  Newsletter

·  Brochure

·  Menu

·  Advertisement

·  Interview

·  Editorial

·  Character Sketch

·  Children’s version of the epic

Focus your topic: Pick one aspect of the story to focus on. Be sure your piece reveals a significant theme of the piece or demonstrates a clear understanding of another literary element (i.e. character, plot, etc).

R.A.F.T.S Rubric

Assignment Traits
Accuracy
This project demonstrates a clear and meaningful connection to the story. Relevant details from the story enhance the piece. / 10 / 8 / 6 / 4 / 2 / Assessment guide
10 = Exceptional
8 = Effective
6 = Developing
4 = Emerging
2 = Not Yet
Perspective
The role in my piece is clear and I do an excellent job portraying the voice and perspective of this character. / 10 / 8 / 6 / 4 / 2
Presentation
My presentation is clear, effective and creative and fits the format I selected. / 10 / 8 / 6 / 4 / 2
Mechanics
My writing contains a minimal number of grammatical errors that do not detract from the reader’s understanding. / 10 / 8 / 6 / 4 / 2