This lesson is for : Grade 10:
Summary
Giving students choice in what they read also promotes confidence-building and fosters a love for reading that may not be gained through teacher-assigned reading selections. Student-selected reading material has been shown to increase interest levels and motivation. Access to literature featuring characters with whom the student self-identifies will help the student build self-confidence and establish a healthy sense of place in the world. In this project, after reading self-selected novels, English 10 students form literature circles in which they discuss the common themes and elements of their books. Using this information, each group creates a book talk about their selections in the form of a movie trailer that introduces their peers to other books that may have parallels with their own lives and experiences.
TIPC Ratings
Research & Information Fluency
Rating: Not Observed – Explanation:
Communication & Collaboration
Rating: Ideal – Explanation:
- Students select appropriate digital tools to communicate and collaborate with peers. These tools include Google Docs used for compiling and organizing information.
- Students reflect on their roles as communicators and collaborators and set goals for future growth.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Rating: Ideal – Explanation:
- Students select the most appropriate digital tools for conveying persuasive media messages.
- Students identify a common theme or element that unifies their individual book selections and work to create a multimedia presentation that spotlights this theme or element.
- Students reflect on their roles as critical thinkers and set goals for future growth.
Creativity & Innovation
Rating: Ideal – Explanation:
- Students synthesize existing and self-generated knowledge about young adult literature and media messages to create new book trailers and public service announcements.
- Students craft a unique media message that unifies their individual book selections and informs their audience about new, high-interest reading material.
- Students take strategic risks that support innovative presentations.
- Students reflect on the creative/innovative process and set goals for future growth.
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