Activity Overview
Movie posters are a fun way for students to boil down the most important aspects of a novel. After reading My Side of the Mountain, 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 My Side of the Mountain.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Identify scenes, characters, items and /or animals appropriate to Tuck Everlasting 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 see this movie and what is compelling about the story.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| 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. |
Activity Overview
Movie posters are a fun way for students to boil down the most important aspects of a novel. After reading My Side of the Mountain, 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 My Side of the Mountain.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Identify scenes, characters, items and /or animals appropriate to Tuck Everlasting 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 see this movie and what is compelling about the story.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| 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 My Side of the Mountain: Create a Movie Poster
How to Lead a Class Discussion on Movie Poster Design Choices
Encourage students to explain their poster design decisions by asking open-ended questions about colors, images, and taglines. Fostering discussion helps students reflect on their understanding of the novel and supports critical thinking skills.
Set clear expectations for presentations
Provide a checklist or rubric outlining what students should address in their presentations, such as scene selection, character inclusion, and creative choices. Clarity gives students confidence and helps them stay focused.
Model a sample presentation first
Showcase a teacher-created poster and walk students through your own choices before they present. This demonstration sets the tone and gives students a concrete example to follow.
Facilitate peer feedback sessions
Pair or group students and guide them to offer positive, specific feedback on each other's posters. Peer review builds a collaborative classroom environment and encourages thoughtful reflection.
Frequently Asked Questions about My Side of the Mountain: Create a Movie Poster
How do I create a movie poster lesson for My Side of the Mountain?
To create a movie poster lesson for My Side of the Mountain, have students read the novel, then design a poster highlighting the setting, main characters, and a key scene or theme. Encourage them to include the book's title, author, a catchy tagline, and a short critic's review. Let students present and explain their creative choices.
What should be included on a My Side of the Mountain movie poster?
A My Side of the Mountain movie poster should feature the title and author, main characters, a chosen scene or theme, a catchy slogan, and a brief critic's review explaining why the story is compelling.
What is the objective of the My Side of the Mountain movie poster activity?
The objective is for students to summarize key elements of the novel by designing a creative movie poster. This helps them identify important scenes, characters, and themes, and practice presenting their artistic choices.
Are there templates available for creating book movie posters?
Yes, you can find movie poster templates online or use the provided resources to help students get started with layout and design for their posters.
How can I adapt the movie poster assignment for different chapters or scenes?
Assign each student a different chapter or scene from My Side of the Mountain to focus on. This allows for a variety of perspectives, and the finished posters can be displayed together for a comprehensive class project.
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