“MOVIE POSTER” BOOK REPORT
February 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. DUE DATE: Due Feb 19, 2015.
Materials: White Paper (provided in class), Markers / Colored pencils /
Crayons
Requirements:
1. Select a book
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
20 points
Poster includes:
Two quotes from book 5 points each
20 points
Three “stars” 5 points each
15 points
Two critics’ quote 5 points each
10 points
Summary
15 points
Total
100 points
It will be presented to the class. This presentation WILL be a part of your
‘creative’ grade.
DUE DATE: February 19, 2015 (Poster and Presentation)
Movie Poster Book Report Form
Title of Book: ___________________________________________________________
Author of Book: _________________________________________________________
1.
Brief description of the plot (including rising action, climax, and resolution):
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2.
Is the plot believable in “real life”? Why or why not.
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3.
Were the characters believable or unbelievable? Why?
___________________________________________________________________________
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4.
What is the overall theme of the story:
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5.
Describe the setting or settings of the story? (time period, geography, etc.)
___________________________________________________________________________
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6.
Did you like or dislike the story? Why?
___________________________________________________________________________
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Remember!!!!
Neatness and spelling count!
Make your poster colorful!
Check to make sure you have completed all the tasks before you
turn it in!