Independent Reading
Project
Here are your options for your
independent reading (AR) project. Remember, the main purpose of this assignment
is for me to assess your reading comprehension. However, I also want you to be
creative and have fun with this! Feel free to email me with suggestions not
listed here. Please keep in mind that ALL written projects must be typed, along
with your summary.
1. Write a poem about your book.
There aren't really any rules with this. The poem may illustrate one of the
many themes of the book or address one of the conflicts. It might paint a
picture of one of the characters or contrast oppositions in the book. It
doesn't need to fit any particular structure and it most definitely doesn't
need to rhyme. Just start writing and see what you create! Of course, the poem
should be long enough to show reading comprehension. Please type this.
2. Create a children's book. You will
basically rewrite your book in simpler terms and use illustrations to help.
Feel free to use metaphors and other forms of imagery to tell your story. You
must have a minimum of 5 pages to complete the entire plot diagram
(introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution).
3. Rewrite the ending. You may choose
to rewrite the ending of your book. You will need to include enough information
in this final chapter to show that you have read and understand the book and to
give the reader enough information to understand your new conclusion. Please
type this.
4. Illustrate your novel. Choose a
character, a chapter, or a theme from the book to portray through art. You may
complete a drawing, painting, sculpture, or any other form of art. Remember, I
must be able to assess your reading comprehension through your project. Type up
a brief summary of your book.
5. Create a movie trailer or a scene
from the book. This can be done with real footage or with
animations. Remember, I must be able to assess your reading comprehension
through your project.
Mrs. K
