The first project is one general assignment for everyone to complete. Instead of taking a big unit test on “Flowers for Algernon,” you are asked to construct 2 final projects. The first project is one general assignment for everyone to complete. The second project is one of your own choices. There are different due dates and different grading rubrics for each project! Do not put this off until the last minute!

For the first assignment: Design a book cover or movie poster for “Flowers for Algernon.” Can be made by hand or created digitally. Posters should be in color (do not print in black & white). The title must be somewhere on the poster. Posters should be at least 8.5” x 11” big. Name & class period go on the back of your design.

Posters are based purely on creativity and connectivity to the story Posters are based purely on creativity and connectivity to the story. (Note: You are not being graded on your artistic ability.) This poster is worth 20 points. This poster is due: 12/10

for “Flowers for Algernon” Final Project Options for “Flowers for Algernon”

Final Project Overview You are asked to complete a final project to show your total understanding of “Flowers for Algernon.” You are given 4 different options. Everyone must present their final projects. (We will sign-up!) You will be given class time to complete these projects, but you may need to go the “extra step” and work at home too!

musical visual/spatial linguistic logical interpersonal kinesthetic Before We Start: Recall the Multiple Styles of Learning Theories What was your strongest style of intelligence? intrapersonal musical visual/spatial linguistic logical interpersonal kinesthetic

“Flowers for Algernon” ends quite abruptly “Flowers for Algernon” ends quite abruptly. Through journal entries continue Charlie’s journey. Intrapersonal / Linguistic Option (1)

Intrapersonal / Linguistic Option (1) Directions: You must write five entries & each entry must be at least eight sentences long. Remember to use the same style and format as the author. Journals may be typed or handwritten. (Watch for spellcheck if intentionally spelling words incorrectly like Charlie speaks.) Final Journal should be neatly put together, with a cover page including cover artwork (computer or hand-drawn). Cover page should include title, author’s name, your name, and a small piece of artwork.

How will I be graded? Category 0-1 point 2-points 3-points 4-points 5-points Cover Page There is no cover page or minimal effort has been done to complete cover page. Cover page is designed plainly with little or no artwork and title information is missing. Cover page is designed adequately with lackluster artwork and at least half of the title information is correct. Cover page is neatly designed, with artwork and most correct title information. Cover page is neatly designed, with creative artwork and proper title information. Writing Writing is irrelevant and doesn’t connect to the original story. Characters are poorly depicted and there is little plot or action. Journal is simple and concise. There is little relation to the original story or characters. Journal is written in adequate portrayal of the characters. Journal is written in outstanding portrayal of the characters. Journals are thoughtful and considerate of characters and details. Journal is written in perfect portrayal of the characters. Journals thoughtful inclusion of the characters and specific details. Journal Entries 1 of the 5 journal entries are present. 2 of the 5 journal entries are present. 3 of the 5 journal entries are present. 4 of the 5 journal entries are present. All 5 journal entries are present. Presentation Student did not or refused to present their journals to the class.   Student presented their journal to the class. Total Points Earned: __________ x 5 = _____ / 100

Charlie’s Story Continues! I havnt seen Miss Kinnian in many many many months nd i mis her verry much. I wondur if she evr thinks abowt me to. I evn mis my job at te factere.

“Flowers for Algernon” has many symbols and a strong central theme “Flowers for Algernon” has many symbols and a strong central theme. Through a series of images and objects capture the essence of the story. Visual / Spatial Option (2)

Visual / Spatial Option (2) Directions: Collect 20 pictures or objects that relate to the story. Pictures may be printed from the internet or hand-drawn. Attach pictures and objects to a hanging mobile. No duplicates are to be used. (Ex. Picture of mouse and toy mouse attached.) Write a sentence explaining each of the connections to the story.

Collection of Images and Objects How will I be graded? Category 0-1 point 2-points 3-points 4-points 5-points Creativity There is no creativity present in the mobile.   Little creativity was put into the mobile. Average effort and creativity was put into the making of this mobile. Mobile is creative and interesting. It is evident that the student spent time to create this project. Objects/images are creative, ingenious, unique, and displayed in interesting ways on the mobile. It is evident that the student was dedicated into creating this craft. Relativity There is no or very little relation between the images/objects and the story. Only some of the images/objects are connected to the story. At least half of the images/objects are connected to the story. Most images/objects are connected to the story. All images/objects are connected to the story in creative and meaningful ways. Collection of Images and Objects There are 5 or less images/objects displayed on the mobile. Minimal to none of the objects are noted in the key with a written explanation to the story. There are 5-9 images/objects displayed on the mobile. Less than half of the objects are noted in the key with a written explanation to the story. There are 10-14 images/objects displayed on the mobile. At least half of the objects are noted in the key with a written explanation to the story. There 15-19 images/objects displayed on the mobile. Most objects are noted in the key with a written explanation to the story. There are 20 images/objects displayed on the mobile. All objects are noted in the key with a written explanation to the story. Mobile Mobile is not complete in its entirety. Minimal effort went forth in creating the mobile. The mobile The mobile displays some originality and creativity. The mobile is creative, original, and thoughtful. Presentation Student did not or refused to present their mobile to the class. Student presented their mobile to the class. Total Points Earned: __________ x 4 = _____ / 100

What symbols can we find in “Flowers for Algernon?” lab mouse flowers

“Flowers for Algernon” was made into a TV movie in 2000 “Flowers for Algernon” was made into a TV movie in 2000. Through cinematic creativity produce a movie trailer for a new version of the story. Interpersonal / Kinesthetic Option (3)

Interpersonal / Kinesthetic Option (3) Directions: Form a group of 3-4 students. Determine important moments from the story. (Don’t give away anything too important!) Create a movie trailer! Include credits/titles/text for the movie’s name, a date to debut, and credits including the students involved in creating the trailer/movie. Movie trailer must be at least one minute and thirty seconds long.

How will I be graded? Category 0-1 point 2-points 3-points 4-points 5-points Creativity There is no creativity in the movie trailer.   There is little creativity in the movie trailer. The movie trailer is of average creativity. The movie trailer is creative and interesting. The movie trailer is creative, intriguing, unique, brilliant, and interesting. The creativity makes viewers want to watch more. Plot There is no logic or creativity around the trailer’s plot. The plot of the trailer makes little sense and is lacking many critical points to make anyone want to see the movie. The plot of the trailer is only created in a chronological order without much encouragement to see the full movie. The plot of the trailer is arranged in a logical way and makes others want to see the movie. The plot of the trailer is arranged logically and creatively to encourage viewers to see the full-length movie. Text Trailer is missing any text. Less than half of the appropriate credits, titles, and texts are in the trailer. Half of the appropriate credits, titles, and texts are on display throughout the trailer. Most all of the appropriate credits, titles, and texts are on display throughout the trailer. All of the appropriate credits, titles, and texts throughout the trailer are presented in creative ways. Length of Trailer The movie trailer is less than 45 seconds long. The movie trailer is at least 45 seconds long. The movie trailer is at least 1 minute long. The movie trailer is at least 1 minute and 15 seconds long. The movie trailer is at least 1 minute and 30 seconds long. Presentation Students were not able to show their movie trailer to the class. Students presented their movie trailer to the class. Total Points Earned: __________ x 4 = _____ / 100

Find the inspiration! Check out this example of a fan-made trailer created for “Charly” the 1968 version of “Flowers for Algernon.”

Find the musical inspirations behind “Flowers for Algernon Find the musical inspirations behind “Flowers for Algernon.” Develop a soundtrack based from the story. Musical Option (4)

Musical Option (4) Directions: Collect 20 songs that you connect to “Flowers for Algernon.” Write a sentence or two explaining the relationship between song and story. Print off lyrics for each individual song. Develop an album cover for the soundtrack. Create a track list of all of the songs on the back of the cover.

Album Cover and Track List How will I be graded? Category 0-1 point 2-points 3-points 4-points 5-points Songs & Connections Songs have no association with the story and/or are irrelevant to the story. There are no explanations for how the songs connect. It is an honest stretch to see little connections between the songs and story. There are few explanations for some of the songs connect to the story. At least half of the songs can be connected to the story. There are written explanations for at least half of the songs on the soundtrack. Most of the connections between song and story are strong and evident. There are written explanations for most songs included on the soundtrack. All the connections between song and story are strong and evident. There are written explanations for every song included on the soundtrack. Album Cover and Track List There is no cover album cover or track list. There is minimal effort put into creation of the album cover and track list. In addition, one of the two pieces may be missing. The cover OR the track list is missing, however there is attempted effort in the present assignment. Cover is adequately designed. There is a track list present. Cover is colorful, creative, and unique. Cover has title and track list on back. Lyrics There are no or less than 5 lyrics printed of the 20 songs. Lyrics are printed for at least 5 of the 20 songs. Lyrics are printed for at least 10 of the 20 songs. Lyrics are printed for at least 15 of the 20 songs.   Lyrics are printed for all 20 songs. Presentation Student refused or did not present their soundtrack to the class. Student presented their soundtrack to the class. Total Points Earned: __________ x 5= _____ / 100

What songs can I connect to “Flowers for Algernon?” Listen to “Fool on the Hill” by The Beatles How can we relate the lyrics to the story?

Have you chosen your project? Weekend homework: Go online to our class weebly Select the “Flowers for Algernon” tab from the homepage Scroll until you find the “Final Project Selection” document Fill out your information and tell me which project you’ve chosen to complete THIS HOMEWORK MUST BE COMPLETED BY MIDNIGHT ON SUNDAY! (It will disappear after that!)

Exit Card On the sticky: Tell me why I offered four different kinds of projects to you. (Think back… Hint: The Intelligences!)