Edward has met many people and had many experiences during his journey. For this activity, students will choose which part of Edward’s journey was their favorite, or choose their favorite scene. Having students choose a favorite scene from the book allows them to express which parts of the story resonated with them on a personal level. In this way, students are making a text-to-self connection that demonstrates their understanding of the characters and their development or the themes of the novel. Students can share their storyboards afterwards and have a short discussion about what the scene means to them and why they chose it.
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Objective: Create a storyboard that identifies your favorite scene in The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane. Illustrate the scene and write why you chose it.
Student Instructions:
Encourage students to reference specific quotes or details from The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane when describing why they chose their scene. This helps students practice using text evidence to support their thinking and deepens comprehension.
Demonstrate how to locate key phrases or sentences in the book that connect to the chosen scene. Show students how to jot down these quotes and explain why they are important, reinforcing close reading skills.
Ask students to highlight or write notes about scenes that stand out to them as they read. Annotation encourages active engagement and makes it easier for students to recall and select their favorite scenes later.
Organize a quick classroom discussion where students share their storyboard choices and the text evidence they used. This promotes collaborative learning and helps students see how others interpret the story.
A great activity is having students choose their favorite scene from The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, illustrate it, and explain why it resonates with them. This encourages text-to-self connections and deepens understanding of the story's themes and characters.
Ask students to select a scene from the book that was their favorite and illustrate it. Then, have them write about why they chose it, helping them make personal connections to the characters and events.
Let students create a storyboard of their favorite scene, present it to the class, and discuss what the scene means to them. This builds critical thinking and discussion skills.
Choosing a favorite scene helps students relate personally to the story, strengthens comprehension, and allows them to express their perspectives and empathy for characters.
Students should describe what happens in the chosen scene and explain why it stood out to them, reflecting on its significance and their connection to the story.