SCRAPBOOK - NEW BOOK REPORT FORMAT

This scrapbook will be a character study of the main character of your book. You are to create a scrapbook as if it were put together by the main character. It is NOT necessary or encouraged to buy a scrapbook or pricey supplies.

The writing portions of this scrapbook must be typed or NEATLY HANDWRITTEN

Check off each requirement after you have completed it.

Due by April 20, 2009

Total Points: 100

REQUIREMENTS:

___ SCRAPBOOK COVER
The scrapbook cover should include the character's name, the title of the book, the author's name and your name. Be creative as to how you incorporate each of these elements into the cover. Illustrate the cover so it is a reflection of the main character who created it.

___JOURNAL ENTRY

Write a journal entry from the main character's point of view that gives a sum­mary of the book. The journal entry should include the following:
1. Write in complete paragraphs
2. Include a brief description of the following: main character, setting, major events and conclusion.
3. Write on a sheet of paper and glue or tape it into the scrapbook
4. Include a date that reflects the "date" the character wrote it
5. 150-200 words

___ PICTURES AND PHOTOGRAPHS

Five pictures or photographs should be included ("photos" can be drawn or cut out of magazines). Paste the pictures throughout the scrapbook and include a 3-5 sentence explanation that describes what is shown in each.
They should illustrate each of the following:
1. The main character in a scene from the book
2. The character's family or friends
3. The main character's major accomplishment
4. The setting of the story
5. A picture of your choice that applies to the content of the story.

___ LETTER TO A FRIEND/LETTER FROM A FRIEND

Write two letters for this section. Put each letter into a separate envelope. Address it to the appropriate character and tape it in the scrapbook. Each letter should be around 50 words.

Letter 1
Write the first letter from the main character's point of view and address it to a secondary character. In the letter, describe the main problem (in complete detailed paragraphs) that the main character faces in the story.

Letter 2
Write the second letter from the secondary character's point of view to the main character. In the letter describe the solution (in complete, detailed paragraphs) to the main character's problem as it happens in the story.

___ SOUVENIRS AND MEMENTOS

Draw, create, collect, or find at least six souvenirs that the main character would have put into the scrapbook. These objects should reflect events in the story or important aspects of your character. Objects must fit inside the scrapbook. Include 3-5 sentence explanation next to each object describing its significance.

___ DIARY ENTRY

Write a diary entry from the main character's point of view that reflects the main character's feelings about himself or herself. Be sure the entry includes how the character changed from the beginning of the story to the end. This should be more introspective and touch upon the theme of the novel.
Write the entry on a sheet of paper and put it into the scrapbook. Length should be 50-75 words.