Constructive Learning | Adaptation Level

Subject: Language Arts

Objectives

Students will work in groups to create videos on the book Tom Sawyer using elements of visualization and characterization.

Procedure

• Students will read Tom Sawyer.
• Students will write a script including dialogue and action cues based on their understanding of the characters in the book Tom Sawyer.
• Students will use their visualizations from reading to design period clothing and choose locations.
• Students will discuss how their interpretations of the same scene may have differed from other people’s interpretations.

Technology Present

• Tom Sawyer
• Computers with video editing software
• Celtx
• Video cameras
• Tripods
• Props and period clothing

Grade Level: 6-8

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Video Reference Number: 1089