If you were the woman in the picture what would you be reading?
The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore:
Writing Prompt: What is your favorite genre/subgenre? Choose from the list below. A. Fiction-realistic fiction, fantasy, science fiction, historical fiction B. Drama-comedy, tragedy C. Nonfiction-informational, persuasive, biography, autobiograpy D. Folklore-myth, legend, tall tale, fairy tale, fable E. Poetry Watch the videos before answering:
Include in your answer why? Your answer must be written in complete sentences. A minimum of five sentences is required. Start Scribbling! Once everyone in your group finishes writing share your answer with the members of your group.
On the other side of your index card answer the following questions in complete sentences:
Do you have a favorite bookshop?
What do you like about bookshops?
What happens in a bookshop when it is closed at night?
Watch the video entitled The Joy of Books and jot down the different types of books you see in the bookstore.
After viewing the film think about how technology is changing the medium of publishing books. Kindles, Nooks, Audio books are changing the way many read the written word. Keeping this is mind do you agree or disagree with the following statement: There’s nothing quite like a real book.
Answer in a complete sentence(s) make sure to include why you agree or disagree?
Again, once everyone in your group has finished answering the question, share your responses.
Before viewing the film The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore have students predict what they think the film will be about using just images found in the slideshow below.
Slideshow of Images to use in creation of narrative before viewing the film:
Now watchThe Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore:
On your index card answer the following:
What is the message or theme of the film? Explain the WHY for your answer. A minimum of five sentences is required. Start Scribbling!
Enrichment activity:
Give students the opening lines of the the book and have them create their own story.
Thanks toFilm Englishfor their assistance with how to extend the genre question using The Joy of Books and The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore films.
Again, piggybacking on one of the Goodreads polls, here is the question for today: What is the best setting for a Thriller? Watch an exclusive interview with James Patterson before answering the question. www.goodreads.com/alexcrossmovie
Include in your answer why? Your answer must be written in complete sentences. A minimum of five sentences is requried. Start Scribbling!
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GoodReads is sponsoring a poll today, and we thought we'd piggyback on their poll for our writing prompt. So, here is the question: If you could be tranported into the story of The Hobbit, which character would you want to be?
I'd like to be an elf. Elves are much more magical than any race except, perhaps, wizards. Elven women are incredibly beautiful - tall and slender - the way I'd like to be. Elves are slightly suspicious of the other races, but willing to allow their suspicion abate once they have spent time with members of another race. The Elves of Rivendell live in a gorgeous palace-like dwelling. The Woodland Elves live in Mirk-wood. They are probably the most suspicious. But I like the Elves of Lothlórien the best. Their homes in the tops of trees are beautiful. They sing mystical songs that put human music to shame. Yes, I'd like to be an Elf! NOW, Start Scribbling! Another resource on this topic:
Exploring J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit If you have been living under a log and don't know anything about The Hobbit view this video before answering the question:
Before responding to the prompt, please view the video.
Writing Prompt: Do you think banning books is a good idea or a bad idea? Why? Your answer must be written in complete sentences. A minimum of five sentences is requried.
Happy Banned Books Week Reading!
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Today’s Prompt: Quickly write a paragraph about what your days were like in second grade (around age 7). Then choose a fairy tale from this list. Pull one of the elements from the fairy tale and write about who you would have reacted if it showed up in your life when you were in second grade. For example, what if your new babysitter had been Cinderella? Or the giant from Jack in the Beanstalk?
NOTE: You can only use the minutes you are actually writing towards your goal of fifteen minutes. Time spent reading or thinking doesn't count.
ANOTHER NOTE: Loosen up! Have fun! Start Scribbling!
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