Mrs M Novel Study

Novel Study Remembering

Understanding

Challenge yourself and write an acrostic poem on the book using the title to summarise the plot

Create a plot profile highlighting the main events in the novel and the impact they had on the storyline.

Create a literary sociogram to highlight the various relationships that exist between the characters within the novel.

Select a character from the novel and write a Character report . Use the link below to assist you

http://woub.org/readwritetell/plotext.htm

http://mrlamar.wikispaces.com/file/view/R%26J+Literary+Report+Card.pdf

Create your own crossword on your novel. Devise at least 15 questions about your novel for a fellow group member to complete. Use the link below to assist you. http://worksheets.theteacherscor ner.net/make-your-own/crossword/

Create a comic strip to represent one of the main events in the novel.

It may be an event that really impacted on you or somethin g you feel changed the story significant ly.

Write a selection of diary entries from a character within the novel expressin g his/her concerns, feelings etc about particular events within the novel.

Make an A-Z of your novel, recalling characters, events and plot features.

Write an autobiographical poem from the point of view of a character within the novel. Use the link below to assist you. http://www.kathimitchell.com/poemty pes.html

Applying

Select a page from your novel and complete a word study.

Using a table record any examples of verbs, nouns and adjectives used as well as alliteration.

Write a news report about a significant event that occurred in the novel. Ensure you use the 5 W’s to tell the story. Once your script has been written, record your presentation to share with the class. ( you can dress up)

Analysing

Complete a PMI on your novel outlining your thoughts and opinions on its content, how it was written etc

Use a Venn diagram to compare 2 of the main characters in the novel and you! Use the link below to assist you.

Evaluating

Select 2 examples of a simile or metaphor used within the novel and illustrate them clearly showing the imagery they created for you.

You are a talk back host and are interviewing a character from your novel. Write questions and responses and then present it to the class.

http://www.ask.com/question/three-circle-venn-diagram

Write a business letter to a librarian stating why your novel should/shouldn’t be purchased.

Use the link below to assist you.

Design an alternative cover for the novel. Make your cover 3D and explain why you believe this is a better alternative.

http://www.businesscommunicationarticles.com/how-to-write-a-business-letter-with-sample/

Creating

Create a power point game, such as “”Who Wants to be a Millionaire” to show your understanding of your novel. https://www.google.com.au/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=6&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CEEQFjAF&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.primaryresources.co.uk%2Fonline%2Fpowerpoin t%2Fmillionaire_template.ppt&ei=_-xmU-LCEYuUkwWMu4G4BA&usg=AFQjCNF4TjZ-BXH1gJlDQQ_X5diBs3ATtA&sig2=L8CVkNVMtJ_RuxIzXcxhfw&bvm=bv.65788261,d.dGI

Create a radio play using an event from your novel. Use music to help it come alive!