Graphic Novel Genre Project
This month (and next) is about graphic novels - a genre that has really taken off! A graphic novel is a single story told through the form of words and pictures using the conventions of a comic book - but is not a comic book.
Conventions means the way things are generally done…in this case, conventions means speech and thought bubbles, rectangles for brief narratives, and, of course, colorful pictures!)
This genre has exploded in recent years, and there are now graphic novels for all kinds of tastes. Enjoy...I can’t wait to see what you find!!!
The Project: DUE: Wednesday, December 9th
You will make a summary of the story using words and pictures on a beautifully illustrated poster.
Box 1: Title Box With Graphic | Box 2: Setting Graphic | Box 3: Protagonist & Graphic | Box 4: Conflict & Graphic |
Cover Section Includes….
___Your name
___Title of book
___Author of book
___Publisher of book
___ Pleasing hand-drawn picture
| ___ A Setting Box with a labelled illustration that shows the setting (time/place) of the story.
| In the protagonist section…
___ A picture of the protagonist.
___Name of protagonist.
___A Speech Bubble with an Important Quote from the Protagonist.
____ A Thought Bubble with an Important Thought from the Protagonist.
___ 3 Boxes with a character trait listed in each box. | ___ Make a text box with a clear description of the conflict in the story.
___ Add an illustration that shows that conflict you described in the text box.
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Box 5: Climax/Graphic | Box 6: SWBS Summary |
You will also be scored on overall NEATNESS…. Carefully done illustrations that fill the given space!
See Scoring Guide. |
In the climax section…
___Draw a graphic showing what happens in the climax of the story.
___Use a text box to describe what is happening! | In the SWBS section…
___Write a strong paragraph summary using the Somebody Wanted But So Then format.
Label your work: Summary
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SCORING GUIDE
Element | Points | Description | Score |
Title Box | 6 possible | A title box that includes the title of the book, author, publisher, and copyright date. |
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Setting Box Graphic | 6 possible | Setting box with a labeled illustration that shows setting (time/place) of the story. |
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Main Character (protagonist) | 6 possible | Illustration with a quote, thought bubble, and 3 traits. |
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Conflict Box | 6 possible | Picture and a clear description of the conflict in the story. |
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Climax Box | 6 possible | Picture and a clear description of the climax of the story. |
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SWBST | 6 possible | A clear summary using the “Somebody Wanted But So Then” format. |
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Neatness | 6 possible | Colorful illustrations that fill the space. One point OFF for each day late. |
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On Time | 6 possible | One point deducted for each day late. On time? Easy 6 points! |
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Name on Poster | 2 possible | Student wrote name and or number onto poster. |
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Total | out of 50 possible | Percentage = Average Score = |
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Score | Score Description |
6 | Exceeds - beyond project requirements, all elements present. Demonstrates and applies STRONG grade level skills and concepts |
5 | Meeting requirements, all elements present. Demonstrates and applies grade level skills and concepts |
4 | Meeting requirements but may be missing 1 element. Demonstrates and applies grade level skills and concepts |
3 | Close to meeting requirements, but some important elements missing. Demonstrates and applies MOST grade level skills and concepts |
2 | Does not yet meet - demonstrates SOME or MINIMAL grade level skills and concepts |
1 | No Mark - student did not submit enough work to determine a grade for academic performance. |
0 | Not turned in |
In order to prepare for the Graphic Novel Book report, you’ll want to take some notes on the Elements of Story. Use this sheet to help you collect your ideas. Hold on to your book! You’ll need it for the project!! :)
Name:___________________________________
Title:
______________________________________
Author:
______________________________________
Publisher:
______________________________________
Publishing (Copyright) Date: _________________
| Protagonist:_______________________________
What is something important that your protagonist THINKS ?:
What is something important that your protagonist SAYS (a quote) ?:
What 3 words or traits describe your character?
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Setting: Time: __________________
Place:_________________
| Conflict: What is the Conflict/Problem in the story?:
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
Climax: The climax of a story is the moment that the protagonist faces their biggest challenge - and things begin to turn in his or her favor.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ | (Climax cont’d) ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
Somebody Wanted But So Then Summary
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