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Lesson Plan Overview
Template and Class Instructions
Student Rubric
Lesson Plan Overview
Lesson Plan Overview
Movie posters are a fun way for students to boil down the most important aspects of a novel. After reading A Night Divided, students will create a movie poster that showcases the setting, characters and a chosen scene or overarching themes of the story. Students can include the title and author of the book, a catchy tagline, and a "critic's review" informing the audience why they should go to see the movie and briefly describing the compelling story.
To make this a class assignment, consider giving each student a different chapter or scene to focus on. When students complete their posters, they can be printed out and hung in the classroom. Students should be prepared to present on the choices they made during the creation process.
For additional templates to add to this assignment, check out our movie poster templates!
Template and Class Instructions
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create a "Movie Poster" for the book A Night Divided.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Identify scenes, characters and/or items appropriate to A Night Divided and arrange them artfully on the poster. You may choose to showcase a particular scene in the book or an overarching theme.
- Add the title and author of the book as well as a catchy slogan or tagline.
- Add a "critic's review": one to three sentences describing why the audience should go to see this movie and what is compelling about the story.
Lesson Plan Reference
Student Rubric
Student Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
Movie Poster
Pretend that your book is being made into a blockbuster movie! Create a Movie Poster that showcases the setting, character and a chosen scene or overarching theme of the story. Include the title and author of the book as well as a catchy slogan and a "critic's review" informing the audience why they should go to see the movie and briefly describing the story.
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Text | Includes Title, Author, catchy slogan and a 1-3 sentence critic's review that accurately describes the story and why people should go to see the movie. | Missing one element of text. | Missing two or more elements of text. |
| Illustrations | Illustrations depict a scene or theme of the story with clear visuals including an appropriate scene, character, items, etc. | Illustrations depict a scene or theme from the story but are unclear or incomplete. | Illustrations do not depict a scene or theme from the story. |
Lesson Plan Overview
Movie posters are a fun way for students to boil down the most important aspects of a novel. After reading A Night Divided, students will create a movie poster that showcases the setting, characters and a chosen scene or overarching themes of the story. Students can include the title and author of the book, a catchy tagline, and a "critic's review" informing the audience why they should go to see the movie and briefly describing the compelling story.
To make this a class assignment, consider giving each student a different chapter or scene to focus on. When students complete their posters, they can be printed out and hung in the classroom. Students should be prepared to present on the choices they made during the creation process.
For additional templates to add to this assignment, check out our movie poster templates!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create a "Movie Poster" for the book A Night Divided.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Identify scenes, characters and/or items appropriate to A Night Divided and arrange them artfully on the poster. You may choose to showcase a particular scene in the book or an overarching theme.
- Add the title and author of the book as well as a catchy slogan or tagline.
- Add a "critic's review": one to three sentences describing why the audience should go to see this movie and what is compelling about the story.
Lesson Plan Reference
Student Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
Movie Poster
Pretend that your book is being made into a blockbuster movie! Create a Movie Poster that showcases the setting, character and a chosen scene or overarching theme of the story. Include the title and author of the book as well as a catchy slogan and a "critic's review" informing the audience why they should go to see the movie and briefly describing the story.
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Text | Includes Title, Author, catchy slogan and a 1-3 sentence critic's review that accurately describes the story and why people should go to see the movie. | Missing one element of text. | Missing two or more elements of text. |
| Illustrations | Illustrations depict a scene or theme of the story with clear visuals including an appropriate scene, character, items, etc. | Illustrations depict a scene or theme from the story but are unclear or incomplete. | Illustrations do not depict a scene or theme from the story. |
How Tos about A Night Divided Movie Poster
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How to Guide Students in Presenting Their Movie Posters with Confidence
Empower students to share their creative process and insights by providing clear structure and support during presentations. This helps students build confidence and communication skills as they explain their movie poster choices to the class.
2
Set expectations for presentations
Outline what students should cover, such as their chosen scene, design choices, and the message behind their poster. Clear guidelines help students prepare thoughtful, focused presentations.
3
Model a presentation first
Demonstrate a sample poster presentation to show students what’s expected. Seeing a real example makes the process less intimidating and more achievable.
4
Provide sentence starters and prompts
Offer helpful phrases like “I chose this scene because…” or “This color represents…” so students can organize their thoughts. Scaffolding encourages all learners to participate comfortably.
5
Encourage peer support and positive feedback
Foster a positive classroom environment by having classmates share encouraging comments after each presentation. This builds confidence and a sense of community.
6
Reflect as a group after all presentations
Lead a brief discussion on what students learned from one another’s posters and presentations. Reflection reinforces learning and celebrates diverse creative approaches.
Frequently Asked Questions about A Night Divided Movie Poster
What is the A Night Divided movie poster assignment for middle school students?
The A Night Divided movie poster assignment asks students to create a poster that highlights key scenes, characters, and themes from the novel. Students add the book’s title, author, a catchy tagline, and a brief "critic’s review" to showcase their understanding while engaging creatively with the story.
How do I guide students in creating a movie poster for A Night Divided?
Guide students by having them focus on important scenes, characters, or themes, and arrange these visually on a poster. Encourage students to include the title, author, a unique slogan, and a short review. Assigning different chapters or scenes can help cover the whole novel and foster rich class discussions.
What should be included on an A Night Divided movie poster project?
Each movie poster should feature the book title, author, illustrations or images representing key scenes or characters, a catchy tagline, and a brief critic’s review explaining why the story is compelling.
Are there templates available for A Night Divided movie poster assignments?
Yes, you can find movie poster templates to make this assignment easier for your students. These templates help with layout and creativity, ensuring each poster is visually appealing and meets project requirements.
What is the educational value of making a movie poster for A Night Divided?
Creating a movie poster boosts students’ comprehension, encourages creative thinking, and helps them synthesize key elements of the novel. It also enhances presentation skills as students explain their design choices to the class.
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