Freewrite Part A:
Recollect a moment in childhood when you had a strong sensory/bodily experience (very cold, very hot, very thirsty, etc.) Describe it in as much physical detail as possible.
Freewrite Part B:
Transfer this situation to a different character, setting, age, animal, etc.
What books did you like and why?
How to Catch a Star - cool artwork (trees)
Pancakes for Breakfast - no words; had to infer what was happening; sad: woman wanted to make pancakes for her and her pets, no syrup, animals ate all of the ingredients....moral: if you don't succeed, try again.
Someday - mother talking to her daughter about growing up; simple pictures; nicely done.
Sam's Snack - all the lines rhyme; simple; writing is integrated with pictures.
Features of a Picture Book/Assignment.
· 24-32 pages (front and back page, but not cover or protective leaves)
· combo of text and image (or just image) - how much text? Aim for 1-2000 words for your own picture book! Only text is required; if you'd like to create pictures, talk to Esther.
· aimed at kids aged 2-8.
· feature child protagonists (or animals)
· narrative is in past tense - standard
· Due: Monday, March 11th