Activity Overview
Movie posters are a fun way for students to boil down the most important aspects of a novel. After reading The Tiger Rising, 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 The Tiger Rising.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Identify scenes, characters, items and /or animals appropriate to The Tiger Rising 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.
- 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 The Tiger Rising, 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 The Tiger Rising.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Identify scenes, characters, items and /or animals appropriate to The Tiger Rising 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.
- 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 The Tiger Rising Movie Poster
Engage students with a collaborative gallery walk for movie posters
Boost engagement by setting up a gallery walk where students display their movie posters around the classroom. This activity encourages peer feedback and celebrates everyone's creativity!
Assign roles for peer feedback sessions
Assign specific feedback roles, such as design critic or story expert, so each student knows what to look for when reviewing a classmate's poster. This helps everyone give targeted, constructive feedback.
Provide sentence starters for positive and helpful comments
Offer students sentence starters like “I noticed...” or “I liked how you...” to make peer feedback easier and more meaningful. This supports younger students in expressing their thoughts clearly.
Model how to share and explain artistic choices
Demonstrate how to present a poster by sharing your own example and explaining your design decisions. This gives students a clear framework for their own presentations.
Celebrate effort and creativity with small rewards or shout-outs
Recognize students’ hard work by offering certificates, stickers, or verbal praise for originality, effort, or teamwork. This builds classroom morale and motivates future participation.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Tiger Rising Movie Poster
What is a movie poster assignment for The Tiger Rising?
A movie poster assignment for The Tiger Rising asks students to create a poster that visually summarizes key elements of the novel, such as the setting, main characters, themes, and important scenes, while also including the book's title, author, a catchy tagline, and a brief critic's review to persuade an audience.
How do I guide students to make a movie poster for a novel?
To guide students, assign each student a scene or theme from the novel, provide a clear checklist (title, author, imagery, tagline, critic's review), show sample posters or templates, and encourage them to present and explain their creative choices to the class.
What should be included on a Tiger Rising movie poster?
A Tiger Rising movie poster should feature the title, author, images of main characters or scenes, a catchy slogan or tagline, and a short critic's review highlighting the story's appeal.
Are there templates available for student movie poster assignments?
Yes, many movie poster templates are available online and can be adapted for classroom use. These templates help students organize images, text, and design elements easily for their Tiger Rising projects.
What is the educational value of creating a book-based movie poster?
Creating a book-based movie poster helps students practice summarizing, identifying key themes and characters, and expressing creativity, while also building presentation and critical thinking skills.
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