Download Nonfiction Book Project

Nonfiction Book Project
You have just landed in North Carolina from the planet Polamalu. You want to
learn as much as possible about these strange new creatures, including their history,
culture, planet, and achievements. Amazingly you speak, read, and write English very
well. To learn about these creatures you are going to pick a nonfiction book and read
about them.
The first step is to pick a nonfiction book from a library. Your book and topic
must be approved by Mr. Brown no later than April 12th. This will also be a test
grade. After reading your book, you must show Mr. Brown that you understand your
topic. This will be done by choosing from the list of options.
You may earn up to 120 points for this project. Each option has a number of
points assigned to it. This is the maximum points possible. Points will be deducted for
mistakes or work that does not meet the expectations. If a presentation is read from notes
or the actual project itself, half credit is the most points that can be earned. In other
words, practice your presentation. Additional research may be needed to complete this
project. Remember to cite your additional sources (including pictures). Points may be
deducted if additional material is not cited correctly.
Do not repeat details if you choose more than one option that asks for a number of
facts.
Final copies of all work must be typed or written in blue or black ink. Work done
in pencil (except for interview notes) may not be accepted.
Only one task for each point value may be completed. In other words, you may
only do one task worth 20 points.
This project is due on May 8th.
Project Choices
1. Make a 3-D model or
diorama that represents
your topic. This needs to
include a two paragraph
description of how it relates
to your topic.
50 points
2. Write 20 facts that you
learned about the topic.
The facts need to be
numbered and written in
complete sentences. They
may not be copied directly
from the book; put the facts
into your own words.
20 points.
4. Write an ABC book
about your topic. A picture
must be included for each
letter.
30 points
7. Make a poster that
includes at least 10 facts
and numerous pictures.
Pictures can be drawn or
printed from the internet.
You will need to present
your poster to the class. If
you read your speech only
half credit will be earned.
40 points
5. Write 3 different types
of poems about your topic.
You may include a rap but
no acrostic poems.
30 points.
8. Interview a person who
has a career related to your
topic. Ask 10-15 questions.
You will need to hand in a
copy of your questions,
their answers (written in
complete sentences), and
the notes that you took
during the interview.
60 points
3. Create a collage or mural
with at least 15 different
pictures. Pictures may
come from the internet,
magazines, or be drawn.
On the back label each
picture and write a one
sentence description of how
the picture relates to your
topic.
20 points
6. Create a boardgame for
your topic. Game play
should be based around
answering questions.
50 points
9. Create an advertisement/
commercial for your topic.
Use at least two propaganda
techniques. Your
commercial will need to be
presented to the class or
recorded at home and
emailed to Mr. Brown. The
use of props or costumes is
a must. You must turn in a
copy of the script to receive
full credit.
60 points
Remember to circle your choices and turn in this paper with your
project