Project Directions for the

Fantasy Book Project

 

You have just been hired as a travel agent for the "See the World" Travel Agency! Your first assignment is to design and produce a travel brochure based on the fantasy book you've read. The writing and illustrations should entice your reader to visit the far-out locations featured in your brochure.

Requirements:

1. Select a fantasy book. Have it approved. Begin reading.

2. As you read the book, determine the setting which will be featured as the focus of your brochure.

An animated graphic of pages turning in a book

An animated flying dragon

3. Your brochure must include the following:

  • An interesting cover, with an illustration of the story setting. The name of the location must be easy to read. Also include "This brochure was prepared by (your name)."

  • A list of creatures in this fantasy location (main characters). Provide illustrations of the "friendly inhabitants."

  • A detailed description of the locations, telling why it would be an ideal vacation spot.

  • Create a description and illustration of the "mayor" of this location (the author of the book). A bibliography will need to be included on the back of the brochure.

  • Design a map of the setting with directions to reach this fantasy destination.

An animated time machine with a turning wheel
An animated Lochness Monster waving Hi

5. Use lots of color and creative lettering to make your brochure eye-catching and fun!

 

6. Once your brochure is completed, start making notes about the best selling points of your imaginary vacation spot. You will be creating a commercial selling your book setting to prospective travelers.

7. Write a script for your commercial and rehearse it in front of family members. Make sure you have a lead-in that grabs audience attention. Be concise, using only the most interesting details. Work hard to convince your audience that your setting is a great vacation idea.

An animated graphic of a female newscaster reporting the news

You will be your convincing best as we listen to your commercial in class. Your brochure will be on display for all to enjoy.

You will be evaluated with:

                      • Fantasy Book Project Rubric

                      • Mechanics Rubric

                      • Oral Presentation Rubric

 

Good luck!

 

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