Ms. Dawkins – Language Arts

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2nd 9 Weeks Book Report

Book Report
2nd 9 weeks

Due – December 18, 2007

Choose one of the following projects to complete for your 2nd 9 weeks book report. The projects should be completed on the novel we have recently finished reading, The Cay by Theodore Taylor.

1. Create a game board based on the events and skills studied throughout The Cay. You must include the following: a game board, clear and easy-to-follow directions, a spinner or die, cards, playing pieces, and a fun name! Include comprehension and skill questions for the players to answer to move around the board.
***BE CREATIVE!!!!***

2. Write and illustrate a picture book based on the main events in The Cay. This picture book should be written and illustrated for a first or second grade reader. Make sure your main events are in chronological order. Pay attention to the simple language, dialogue, and illustrations that support the text.

3. Prepare a time capsule with items that represent the main events in The Cay. Record a list of the items that you want to include. Then, make a time capsule by putting at least 8 items into a box. As you place each item in the box, write an explanation why it was included and what it represents.