Author Chart for a British Literary Period

As you read a work of literature from each movement, ask students to track the author(s) and themes. By the end of the year, students will be able to reflect on themes that endured over time and distinguish them from themes that were a direct result of the period.

In the example, a student created an author board for William Shakespeare after reading his works from The Renaissance. Students can extend their storyboards to track one author from each period or to do all the authors read during class. The options are endless!

Student Instructions

1. Click "Start Assignment".
2. Write "Literary Movements" and "Author Example" in the headings.
3. In the first description box, write the literary movement and add an illustration using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
4. In the second description box, include the author's name and information about the author. Then add an illustration using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
5. Save and Exit