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Memoir Independent Reading
For this assignment you will pick a memoir that you really enjoy. You will choose from the books that the librarians have set aside for this project. See me with questions! Start reading in class the very first day and continue that evening. If you find you don't like your selection, go back to the library the next day, before class meets again and exchange your book! The whole point is to find a book that appeals to you.
- Fill in this sheet with your memoir choice.
- After reading Part 1, (the first fifth of your book) answer these questions.
- Read Part 2, (the second fifth of your book) and answer these questions.
- After you finish the whole memoir, answer these questions on the memoir as a whole
- Lastly, complete one of the creative projects below and present it to the class. Your presentation must be one to three minutes long. Practice it at home and make sure you stay within this time frame.
Creative Memoir Projects:
· Create a poster advertising the book to potential readers.
· Create a one to three minute Book Trailer promoting the book
· Pretend to be the author and come in to the class prepared to speak to us about your book (your clothing and any props would help!)
· Create a Powerpoint slideshow introducing the book
Creative Project Requirements
1. Let the audience know why they should read the book
2. Identify and appeal to the audience of the memoir
3. Show that you have thoroughly read and understood your memoir
4. Make sure the title and author are prominent in your project
5. Tell only enough plot to interest the reader
6. Effectively use visuals and words to show important aspects of plot, major ideas and themes
7. Be sure to integrate at least one great quote (can be from your questions!)
8. Use appropriate visuals, music (if applicable), words, and overall tone to convey the tone of the memoir
9. Highlight at least one important incident from the memoir
10. Do not tell the ending
11. Present your work neatly with a minimum of errors.
