BOOK PROJECT #1Instructions for summative project for

Mrs. Fendrick’s Language Arts and Reading Class

Character Traits Book ProjectObjectives

• to completely read and demonstrate comprehension of a grade-level book

• to analyze the book’s characters and provide evidence to support identified traits

Nebraska Language Arts Standards:6.1.6.g, 6.1.6.j, 6.1.6.k, 6.1.6.m, 6.1.6.o

Character Traits Book ProjectChoose a chapter book from the Davis library.

• The book must not have been made into a movie.

• The book must have a main character. Do not use short story collections or poetry.

• Ask the teacher if you have questions about your choice.

Character Traits Book Project

Materials:• your book• character traits list• Planning Guide• Checklist of Requirements

(this will also be your grade sheet)• Body Biography (main sheet)

Character Traits Book Project

Begin reading your book for 30 minutes or more each day.

• Identify the main characters and choose your favorite.

• Identify this character’s traits.• Find evidence to back up your ideas.• Fill in your planning guide.• Use the checklist.

While you read:

Character Traits Book Project

Prepare your Body Biography.

• Complete all blanks.• Decorate the body outline to look like

your character. Use colorful pencils, markers or other art supplies to draw your character. Do not scribble. The picture needs to show good effort.

Character Traits Book ProjectProofread.

• Make sure your name is on each page.

• Check your spelling and punctuation.

The project is due by Monday, Sept. 28.

You will earn a summative grade.Turn in all three pages.