Create a model of one of the most important places in the story.
Design and build a mobile showing the important themes in the story.
Cook a recipe from the part of the world where your book takes place. Make sure to write the recipe down along with a brief description about how it connects to the book.
Make a detailed diorama showing the setting of your book. Add a paragraph or two on a separate paper explaining what you have shown.
Teach the class dance steps to a dance that comes from the area of the world where your book takes place. You could even wear a costume from that area while you perform the dance!
Perform a piece of music that reminds you of something from the story. Be prepared to tell the class why you chose this music and how it connects with the story.
Write a rap song about the story’s main ideas.
Put together a playlist for the book. Choose at least 1 song for each section of the story. Be prepared to play a sample from each song and explain to the class what the connection is with your book’s events.
If your book is historical, research music from that time period and create a playlist to share with the class.
Interview someone else who has read this book. Develop questions about characters, plot, themes, and other areas that may interest you.
Write a script for a short play that can tell others the main points of your book and get them interested in reading it, too!
Plan a party for the characters in your book. Make an invitation, design a menu, make sample decorations, put together a playlist of music, and write up a schedule of events!
Write and film a commercial that will get others to want to read the book.
Teach a short lesson to the class on how to do something that is important in your book. (Examples: knitting, survival skills, speak a different language, tying nautical knots, caring for a pet)
Label and classify any plants and animals that would be found where your story takes place. Create a poster showing these things.
If possible, take a field trip to a place that is similar to where your story is set. Take pictures and create a photo album.
Design and grow a window box garden of plants or vegetables that make you think about something important from your book. You can take pictures of this project throughout the summer and make a scrapbook or poster of the photos to share with the class.
Write a journal from the point of view of your favorite character. Include at least 10 entries in the journal.
Develop a crossword puzzle about the story.
Design and make a newspaper telling about your book’s events. Include articles, pictures, and fictional interviews!
Write a letter to one of the characters in the story telling him/her why you agree or disagree with a choice that they made. Letters should be well developed and a full page in length (length is for grades 3-8). Be prepared to read this letter aloud to the class.
Create a book of poems about the book. Make at least 5 poems and put them together in book form for display.