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Realistic Fiction Project Due Nov. 29th.

It is finally time to start our Realistic Fiction project!  I was so impressed with the Mystery projects.  I cannot wait to see how the children do with this project.  This is usually a favorite genre for a lot of kids, so they feel comfortable to get creative with their projects.  I have a copy of the project page in my classroom for every student.  They will be kept in the striped bucket in the front of the room until November 29th.  Below is what that sheet has on it.  I have also attached a PDF in an email to parents  sent on October 23rd.  We will check out books for this project on Tuesday, October 25th.  I will look up the reading level for each student to ensure that they are reading a book that challenges them.

Name ____________

Realistic Fiction Project   

Due November 29th

Book Title:  _______________________________

Author: __________________________________

Reading Level: ____________________________

Number of Pages: _____

Directions:

After reading your book, you will need to create a paper scrapbook for the main character.  Create a cover for your scrapbook with the title of the book, author, and the name of the main character.  Your scrapbook should include 2 pictures of main events in the book with a 2-3 sentence description for each.  You must also include at least 2 souvenirs or mementos that the main character would have put into the scrapbook.  These objects should reflect events in the story or important aspects of  your character.  Include 2-3 sentences that explain about the object’s significance for each object.  Don’t forget to fill out questions on the back of this page.  

Project Rubric:

Scrapbook Cover Include your name, the title, author, and name of the main character.  The cover should be decorated to reflect the main character’s personality.	/20
2 Pictures of Main Events Your pictures should be neat & colorful.  You must include a 2-3 sentence explanation for each picture.	/30
2 Souvenirs or Mementos Your souvenirs may be real objects, magazine pictures, or drawings.  You must include a 2-3 sentence explanation of each object’s significance.	/30
Character Chart and Book Review Complete the character chart and book review on the back of this page.  Your writing should be thoughtful, spelled correctly, and in complete sentences.	/20
Total	/100

Is your character a static character or a dynamic character?  How can you tell? Explain below using complete sentences.

(Need help?  Visit www.mrssparkssays.blogspot.com for a video)

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List two character traits that would describe your character.  Provide evidence to support your choices.

Character Trait	Evidence from the Novel

Write a one paragraph (5-7 sentences) book review.  (Did you like the book and why or why not?)

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Character Traits chart for Realistic Fiction Project

Dynamic vs. Static Character Video

Mystery Project!!!

Hi Everyone,

I am so excited to get started in our first big project of the year!  The students will go to the library on Monday where a crime has been committed!  Somebody has totally wrecked the library, but luckily, they have left behind some clues!  The students will do an investigation to solve the mystery in teams of 4.  I will Facebook Live it so that you all can see it in action.  Below is the rubric they will get when they checkout their Mystery book.  I will take a look at each book to make sure it is challenging, but not too hard.  They will bring home the book on Monday night to show you guys.  Take a look and if you do not approve of the book, they can return it on Tuesday and get a new book.  The due date for this project is October 18, 2016 when they walk in the classroom.  If they are trying to work on it on that day, it will be considered late.  I would like to encourage the children to bring their supplies for the project starting on October 13th to work on it during my class.  That way they can ask questions if they need to.  I will let them work on it during class the 13th, 14th, and 17th.  Speaking of supplies, I have everything they need in the classroom, but if they would rather do their project on poster board and not manilla paper, you will need to send that to school with them. 

I know that you all know this, but I do need to insist that you do not do any of this project for your child.  This project should look like a 5th grader did it.  I know that everyone wants their child to have the best looking project, but they gain so much more when they do the projects themselves.  These projects are a lot about teaching children to follow rubrics, work on a timeline, taking their time, and putting their best into their work.  It is a process that is hard for some children, but pushing them to put out great work will only help them in the future.  Please let me know if you have any questions!