Activity Overview
Movie posters are a fun way for students to boil down the most important aspects of a novel. After reading Rules, 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 Rules.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Identify scenes, characters, items and /or animals appropriate to Rules 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.
- Save and exit when you're finished!
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 Rules, 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 Rules.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Identify scenes, characters, items and /or animals appropriate to Rules 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.
- Save and exit when you're finished!
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 Rules Movie Poster
Incorporate peer feedback to improve student movie posters
Invite students to exchange their movie posters with a classmate and give constructive, positive feedback on design, content, and creativity. This helps students reflect on their choices and learn new ideas from peers.
Model giving and receiving feedback in a supportive way
Demonstrate how to offer feedback using specific, kind language and how to accept suggestions with an open mind. This sets the tone for a respectful and productive peer review process.
Guide students to revise their posters based on peer suggestions
Encourage students to review the feedback they've received and choose one or two ideas to implement. Explain that revising helps make their posters even stronger and more engaging.
Facilitate a gallery walk for students to showcase final posters
Set up a gallery walk where posters are displayed around the classroom. Students walk around, view each other's work, and leave sticky notes with compliments or questions. This builds a sense of community and celebrates everyone's creativity.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rules Movie Poster
What is a 'Rules' movie poster assignment for students?
A 'Rules' movie poster assignment asks students to design a poster that captures the key elements of the novel Rules by Cynthia Lord, including the setting, main characters, a memorable scene or theme, and creative add-ons like a catchy tagline and a critic's review.
How do you create a movie poster for the book 'Rules'?
To create a movie poster for Rules, choose a scene or theme, depict the main characters and setting, add the book's title and author, invent a compelling tagline, and write a brief critic's review highlighting why others should read the story.
What elements should be included in a 'Rules' book movie poster?
Key elements for a 'Rules' movie poster include the title, author, main characters, setting, a selected scene or theme, a creative tagline, and a short critic's review to entice viewers.
Why use movie posters as a classroom activity for novels like 'Rules'?
Movie posters help students summarize important story elements, encourage creativity, and allow them to demonstrate understanding of characters and themes in a visual and engaging format.
Are there templates available for creating 'Rules' movie posters?
Yes, movie poster templates are available to help students get started and provide inspiration for layout and design for their Rules project.
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