You may need to conduct research to help make a list of words for this activity. VISIT this page on Ducksters.com to read about more about Ruby and to conduct further research on the Civil Rights Movement.
ABC books aren’t just for little kids. This project can be quite challenging. You are creating a paper copy, but you can see a digital example at this link: http://prezi.com/gg1z8wunwtrm/?utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=copy&rc=ex0share This project asks you to be an author and illustrator by thinking like Ruby, and putting yourself in her shoes, Create Ruby’s ABC book by selecting words that represent each letter of the alphabet. Those words should have something to do with Ruby'a experiences, and or the Civil Rights period in American History. Obviously this should involve internet research, and the use of dictionaries and encyclopedias. Your book should include 5 illustrations or graphics. | Don’t limit yourself to single word entries. Use phrases. For example an ABC book on the theme of citizenship might look like: A good citizen
A is for abolition Set the slaves free. End the practice and give liberty. B is for bondage The chains hold them tight. Unlock the bolt and give them flight |
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Your word associations need to be appropriate and reflect a knowledge of Ruby's life and or the Civil Rights Period.
Your book or poster needs to be neatly written or typed.
The letters you print or type should be easy to read and the entire project should be error free.
- You want a 2 and can’t be bothered with writing sentences or creating a foldable booklet. Create a poster with 26 grids instead. Come up with appropriate single words that represent each word in the alphabet having something to do with Ruby’s life. You still need 5 illustrations. (internet pictures that you cut and paste)
- You want a 3 and plan to do what is expected. Create a foldable book. Follow the directions and suggestions above. Associate each letter of the alphabet with an appropriate corresponding word and a short sentence. Your book should be educational, neat and attractive. Include a cover page with title, author, and illustrator. You should draw 5 pictures.
- You want a 4 and you're willing to do more than what is expected. Create an ABC book that includes short rhyming verses and artistic illustrations, Be creative. Design a book that is so carefully constructed that it becomes a keepsake. Include a cover page with title, author, and illustrator.
Your word associations need to be appropriate and reflect a knowledge of Ruby's life and or the Civil Rights Period.
Your book or poster needs to be neatly written or typed.
The letters you print or type should be easy to read and the entire project should be error free.