The 8th Grade ELA Thanksgiving Break Project (DUE Nov.

26th, 2012)
Name___________________________________ Period________ DIRECTIONS: Choose any 3 of the assignments on this choice board. Circle the assignments you plan to create. Then, over Thanksgiving break you must create each assignment you choose according to, or exceeding the requirements listed for each. Remember to do your best work!
*When you turn this assignment in, staple this to the front of your 3 choice board assignments. **BONUS: If you do a fourth choice board assignment, you will receive up to 10 additional points. If you do all five, you will receive up to 10 additional points, plus up to another 10 points toward your lowest quiz grade.

Compare and Contrast Comic Strip Task: Many characters have similarities and differences. Create a comic strip comparing and contrasting either two super heroes or two celebrities (famous people). Requirements: (5 points each; 30 total) Assignment title Clear identification of two characters 1 panel per character for introduction (In your comic strip, how did these characters meet? Why are they being compared and contrasted?) 1 panel for comparison 1 panel for contrast 1 panel conclusion (How does your comic strip story end?)

Problem and Solution Invention Task: There are many challenges in our everyday lives that could be solved with an invention. Identify a problem that could be solved by an invention you create. The more creative you are with it, the better! Requirements: (6 points each; 30 total) Assignment title Clear identification of the problem to be solved 1 paragraph (at least 10 sentences) explaining why the problem needs to be solved. 1 paragraph (at least 10 sentences) explaining how your invention solves this problem effectively. An illustration (picture) of the final invention in color
Logical Order Fashion Line Task: It is time to start planning for the Spring 2013 season. What outfits do you think should be the next trends? Create a portfolio of three looks (school, weekend wear, and dressy) with explanations. You can cut out images from magazines or the internet. Requirements: (6 points each; 30 total) Assignment Title 1 page with your day/school look either illustrated (drawn), or cut out from pictures. 1 page with your weekend look illustrated or cut out from pictures. 1 page with your dressy look illustrated or cut from pictures. Each page must also have a 10-sentence paragraph describing your that look and explaining all of the clothing choices. (3 paragraphs total)

Cause and Effect Horoscope Task: Dont you wish you knew what was in your future? Write an article predicting the future for someone writing for advice. Requirements: (10 points each; 30 total) Assignment title 1 paragraph in the form of a mini-letter from a reader asking for a prediction. 1 paragraph in form of a response to the miniletter (at least 10 sentences) describing the prediction. Give at least 3 reasons to support why you made that prediction.

Chronological Order Crime Scene Report Task: Imagine that you are a detective at the scene of a crime. What would you include in your report? Remember, the more creativity you use and the less violence in the crime, the higher your score. Requirements: (1 point each; 30 total) Assignment Title 1 paragraph summary of the crime answering the questions: o Who reported the crime? o When did the crime take place (day and exact time)? o Where did the crime take place? o Who was the victim? o What was the crime committed? o Who are the witnesses? o Who are the suspects? o What does it seem was the motive (why the crime was committed)?

The 8th Grade ELA Thanksgiving Break Project Examples Use the examples or resources included in each square to help you out. As always, you can contact me over the break at: Twitter: @FishinCognition Instagram: @FishinCognition http://FishinCognition.WordPress.com
Cause and Effect Horoscope Dear Susan the Seer, I have been working hard in school but I feel like I cant raise my grades in one class. What do you see for my future? Confused Connie ------------------Dear Confused Connie, Because it is beginning to get colder outside, a lot of your hard work may seem like it is frozen in time. Continue working hard because I see that your one troublesome class will be your highest grade by the end of this 9 weeks. Dont get too comfortable though, because I can see you getting lazy in the 3rd 9 weeks and ending up right where you started. Keep studying hard with your close friends because I can see that helps you remember concepts better. Sincerely, Susan the Seer

Compare and Contrast Comic Strip **With your comic strip, make sure it tells a story of two characters coming together (you tell us why) and somehow they need to be compared and contrasted.

Problem and Solution Invention

Have you ever had trouble figuring out someones facial expression? This challenge is what leads to many disagreements and can even escalate into fist fights. The See It Right glasses eliminate that problem by Chronological Order Crime Scene Report On November 15, 2012 at exactly 2:34 p.m. a concerned citizen called the Lindley Middle School Police Department to report a locker break-in. The locker, number 78956, located on the 100 hall of the 8th grade wing, appeared to have been smashed open with a sledgehammer. The owner of the locker was Minerva Montgomery, editor of the LMS newspaper. Witnesses Penelope Pitstop and Johnny Quest said that they heard the sound of metal crunching as they walked down Character Freeway on the way to Connections. Right now the only suspects are the two witnesses, Tony Stark, who has had an ongoing beef with Montgomery, and Ricky Bobby who got into an argument with Montgomery over an article she wrote. Though the motive is unclear at this time, it is believed that the locker was broken into in an attempt to steal Minervas diamond-encrusted Toms shoes.
Logical Order Fashion Line For Spring 2013 my Ms. Willipedia fashion line will feature a lot of bright colors. This look is for more dressy occasions as it features a cute, flowing knee-length dress with a feathered headband for added excitement. To make it edgier, my clients can add pink combat boots, biker gloves, and even a heart chain.

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