Passion Project for Independent Reading, grades 6-10

Transform your middle school and high school ELA classroom and captivate grades 6-10 students with an exciting and editable Passion Project tailored for independent reading. This innovative standards-based project not only nurtures a love for reading but also encourages students to showcase their understanding of novels in a way that brings them joy.

Key Features:

• Customizable Passion Projects: Empower students to connect with their novels on a personal level. Whether it's art, being in the workshop, music, baking, or other passions, students can create projects that reflect the themes of their chosen books.
• Standards-Based Excellence: Our passion project is meticulously aligned with educational standards. Students select one standard and one book as the focal points of their projects. The process involves creating a project proposal, designing a standards-based rubric, and planning a calendar of deadlines.
• Culminating Gallery Walk: Witness the culmination of students' creativity as they present or share their projects in an engaging gallery walk. This immersive experience allows for a comprehensive exploration of their peers' projects.
• Reflection Exit Ticket: Wrap up the project with a reflective exit ticket, providing students with an opportunity to contemplate their learning journey and project experience.

Included Resources:

• Detailed Lesson Plans: Step-by-step guidance for seamless project implementation.
• Interactive PowerPoint: Facilitate lessons effortlessly with a user-friendly guide for both students and teachers.
• Pacing Guide Calendar: Students will stay on track with a well-structured calendar outlining their personal project milestones.
• Student-Created Rubric: Foster student autonomy with instructions on crafting a standards-based rubric.
• Reading Standards List: Assist students in designing their projects with a comprehensive list of reading standards and project ideas.
• Project Proposal Template: Streamline the project initiation process with a ready-to-use proposal template.
• Passion Project Brainstorming Graffiti Wall: Fuel creativity with a full-size bulletin board for collaborative brainstorming.

Experience the joy and enthusiasm your students will bring to independent reading projects, all while meeting rigorous educational standards. Elevate your ELA classroom with this standards-based, passion-driven approach to independent reading.

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