task
Create a 1-2 min book trailer for a book of your choice
good vs bad-book trailer critique |
Watch the 2 book trailers below. Brainstorm with a partner why one was better than the other. Be specific.
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planning
step 1: the brainstorm |
Begin planning your book trailer. Your brainstorm should contain the main concepts of Theme, Setting, Characters and Plot. Click here for a sample book trailer planning template.
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Step 2: Write a script |
Use information provided on the book jacket, use quotes from the book that provide information on the plot, or write an original script based on the information you organized while summarizing the book. Click here for script writing tips.
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searching
Step 1: image search |
Search for images that are free to use and share. Click on the "Images" button below to take you to the Free Images Library page
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Hint: Don't forget to give credit for all of your images by creating individual citations for each picture. Save all your pictures in one folder on the computer. When you name the files, be sure to note the creator's name and the website. (Example: Candle_TSuper_Flickr). This will help you when you insert credits at the end.
step 2: background music |
Search for music that is free to use and share. Click on the "Background Music" button below to take you to the Free Music Library page
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creating-software & media tools
peer review & reflection
evaluation & assessment |
Click here for a sample Book Trailer Rubric
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