Dear+America+Series+Project

//My Name is America Series//- boy main character
@http://www.goodreads.com/list/show/2564.Dear_America_Series @http://abasiccurriculum.com/reviews/ushistor/other/dearamerica.html
 * List of Books in Dear America Series (45)**
 * List of Books in My Name is America Series**

The book will be chosen by students based on interest and "just right" reading level//s. These books are to be read independently.// Please keep in mind that the books often reflect the dialect of the time period and can therefore be more challenging to read. Read at least a page of the book before deciding if the book is "just right" for you.
 * Tips in book selection**:

The book must be selected andapproved by **Friday, Nov. 30th and and completed by Sunday, Dec. 16th.**

While reading the book, you are to keep notes, fill out graphic organizers, etc. to keep track of important events to use later on your shoebox parade float. This shoebox will be your book report for this book and will be graded based on meeting the criteria listed on the other side of this paper. __Materials__: **Provided materials by teacher include- glue guns, double sided tape, glue, pipe cleaners, popsicle sticks, markers, crayons, and index cards and small paint brushes.** __You need to bring in:__
 * Directions:**
 * Shoebox- cardboard, craft supplies like glitter, felt, etc.**
 * As you read, look around the house for craft supplies, materials, miniature figures that could be used on your float.**
 * Materials will be due on** Monday, Dec. 17th**. You will have 3 periods to construction of your float and complete it by**Friday, Dec. 21st**. You will then present your float to the class and it will be displayed in the library for parents, students, and faculty to enjoy.**
 * All written work and construction is to be done in class. This is a writing and reading project.**

Project: ** You will be creating a shoebox float to showcase three things. First, you will showcase your //Dear America// character’s life. Secondly, to tell the story of his or her life from that time period, and finally to demonstrate what you learned by reading your character’s journal entries. /100 points
 * 1) On the top of the box, construct a scene of a significant event in the life of your Dear America character. Items must include 2-D as well as 3-D objects or artifacts that represent the time period of the character. These may be hand-made or store-bought. (10 pts.)
 * 2) On the first side of the box, describe the scene and its importance in creating your character’s identity. You may type or use your neatest penmanship on index cards. Write at least one paragraph. (10 pts.)
 * 3) On the second side of the box, include a graphic representation (chart, graph, web, etc.) to highlight your character’s personal qualities and character traits. (See character trait chart) (10 pts.)
 * 4) On the third side of the box, include a graphic representation (chart, graph, web, etc.) to display facts about your life (ex. Birthday, hometown, family members, pets, schools, jobs, friends, etc.) (10 pts.)//Use the graphic organizer to record these events while you read the Dear America book.//
 * 5) On the fourth side of the box, make lists of your character’s accomplishments, your character’s disappointments, and your character’s goals. Also, include an important quote by which your character tries to live. (10 pts.)
 * 6) On the bottom of the box, include your name, the date, and the time period of your character. (5 pts.)
 * 7) Include your character’s name and a picture (illustrated by you or photocopied from the book) on at least one of the sides of the box. (5 pts.)
 * 8) All work must be neat and organized. (10 pts.)
 * 9) Float displays creativity and originality (10 pts.)
 * 10) Float is thoughtful and informative (10 pts.)
 * 11) Float provides accurate information (10 pts.)