Pumpkin book reports pumpkin books, book character pumpkins. Pumpkin project 2015 southern highlands elementary. Selecting a book select a high quality book to use for your project. It is time for first grades storybook character pumpkin project. Creating a pumpkin based on a favorite storybook character is the ultimate extension activity. Thingamajig by audionautix is licensed under a creative commons attribution license. I loved the way her freebie introduced the project in a totally fallcentric, nomentionofhalloween way. Student did not turn in a pumpkin, or pumpkin was late. This bestselling packet has been completely updated and now includes crisp fonts, new clipart, additional pages and editable resources to make it quick and easy for. The pumpkin book character project for grades 25 with images. The great pumpkin book project issaquah school district.
Plan and design using pixie to show how students will decorate their pumpkins. Explain to your child that today theyll be creating something from the book using a pumpkin and other supplies that will help the pumpkin resemble the story character or detail. Oct, 2012 last year the blogging world introduced me to the idea of pumpkin book reports, and i loved it. Complete this project by displaying the finished pieces in a central location in the classroom or school to show them off. Students were invited to decorate a pumpkin like their favorite book character and then brought it to be displayed in their schools library. You may use pumpkins or gourds or both to create your project. Panckeri, 4th grade pumpkin pals book report project.
Your child is asked to choose a character from a book at their level and decorate a pumpkin to look like that character. Students get to be creative and important skills like characters and plot are reinforced. Pumpkin character report wilders preparatory academy. I placed mine somewhat towards the top, where i would have enough of the book bind left behind to be the stem of the pumpkin. Another option is for students to decorate a cardstock pumpkin and i have done this in the past when i was in a time crunch. Open the book about halfway and place your paper template on top with the center of the pumpkin matching up to the center binding of the book. Pumpkin character book report dublin unified school. Keep all of the steps and directions in mind when you are choosing your character. First, you are going to get a real or fake pumpkin do not carve. This is a home project and entries should be done mostly by. Of course, there are lots of packets online to get you started, but i began with the free one at simplykinder. October28,2014 pumpkin book report dates and deadlines. After completing the other pumpkin units i have see related items below, students take their pumpkins home and transform them into storybook characters.
This will guide their thinking and improve their vocabulary. This activity involves determining character traits and focuses on writing organized paragraphs. The plastic pumpkins are a cute idea because they last. Pumpkin creative writing project perfect for fall or. Pumpkin displayed a character that is not found in books. The completed written report and decorated pumpkin is due on monday, october 28. So todays book list features stories for toddlers, preschoolers and elementary kids with all types of pumpkin fun.
Here is the letter that was sent home with october homework. Our elementary school hosts its annual pumpkin book character contest. Please send me pictures of your classroom pumpkins. Although it was designed to be used in october, the character trait pages that are included would be useful yearround. Student signature parent signature fiction my book is. Students dress up a pumpkin to look like their favorite book character. Ive compiled a list of my favorite pumpkin book report ideas. Decorate a pumpkin to look like a character from the book you selected. Pumpkin book reports pumpkin books, book character. You can use yarn, paper, paint, wiggly eyes, or anything else you can think of. It is highly recommended that you use a foam pumpkin, as the real ones do not last long. The pumpkin patches in our area open this week and like many families, my kids are excited to hunt down the perfect orange orb.
The pumpkin book project is always an annual favorite in my classroom. Pumpkin book projects are an engaging halloween activity that teaches character traits and more. Sure, these pumpkin decorating ideas go beyond the simple jack o lantern tradition. Ive seen a lot of pumpkin book projects, but not many that are. If you are using my pumpkin book project packet you will find an included list of traits.
This is a home project and entries should be done mostly by the student. Towards the end of the unit, students create a 3d pumpkin character to go along with their story and add to the celebration. Follow the links below for some ideas or check out our pictures from the last few years. See more ideas about pumpkin books, pumpkin decorating and character pumpkins. Pumpkinbookreportsandcharactersareafun 6filledactivityforthewhole.
The packet includes a parent letter with detailed instructions on how to make the character pumpkin and a character sketch sheet. Made with boinx fotomagico photos by rebecca salazar music credits. If youd prefer to use a candle, remove the top of the pumpkin so smoke can escape. Pumpkin character report wilders preparatory academy charter. Sep 07, 2015 creating a pumpkin based on a favorite storybook character is the ultimate extension activity. Often we paired the pumpkin with its book, or at least a picture of the book cover. Pumpkin book character project optional project bring anytime in october by jennifer morley. All students were given the materials, discussed the expectations the last week of. Fifth avenue elementary combines reading and creativity. Pumpkin book report due october 24, 2011 dear students and parents, it is time for our next second grade project.
Bring the book or a picture of the book cover to display with. A small enough pumpkin that the student can carry it. Pumpkin project project packet look through the entire packet for this project. The pumpkin book character project is a great activity for fall. Take your child to a pumpkin patch or a store that sells pumpkins. Pumpkin book report by simply kinder teachers pay teachers. For this project, students will read a book at home, write about the book they have read, and decorate a pumpkin to match a character from the book. Oct 06, 2015 early elementary kids can decorate a pumpkin following illustrations in a favorite book, while older kids can create a visual interpretation of a character they have read about but not seen. The students were so creative, and we had a huge variety of storybook pumpkins.
If real, please pick a pumpkin your child can carry independently. I have my students do their own independent 3d pumpkin book report at home with a book of their choice, i find it is helpful to model the project together in. Last year the blogging world introduced me to the idea of pumpkin book reports, and i loved it. If you plan to illuminate your carved pumpkin with a batterypowered votive, use a keyhole saw to cut a hole in the base of the gourd. Pumpkin character project halloween activity october.
Pumpkin book report dear parent and guardians, we will be doing a book project for october. The library is hosting a book character pumpkin project. Are you looking for a fun and festive book project for grades 1 through 5. Pick your favorite character from the book and decorate a pumpkin to look like that character. My pumpkin project is due in class by thursday, october 27th. Pumpkin book reports are one of my favorite family projects each. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times.
Focus your discussion on the characters in the story. Celebrating literacy is a great way for the kids to engage their creativity and showcase their favorite books plus browsing through the rows of pumpkins was fun to try and guess the characters i hope you enjoyed these whimsical storybook pumpkins. Students are challenged to partner with their parents to create a pumpkin that looks like one of their favorite characters from a book. The book should be at or above your current reading level. October is an excellent time for all things pumpkins. Understanding character traits helps students become better readers and writers.
Aug 26, 20 open the book about halfway and place your paper template on top with the center of the pumpkin matching up to the center binding of the book. Your class will have fun using these pumpkin book report ideas for. You can make that character come to life and display it proudly when youre done. Bring the book or a picture of the book cover to display with your pumpkinsgourds. Students may choose a book from home, the public library, the fairview library, or our classroom library. You do not have decorate your pumpkin as the main character.
Understanding character traits helps students become better. To decorate you can use paper, glue, paint, markers, pipe cleaners, fabric, or other craft items on the pumpkin. Pumpkin book report kenosha unified school district. Decorate a pumpkin as one of the characters from your book. See more ideas about character pumpkins, book character pumpkins and pumpkin books. It is helpful to provide your students with a list of character traits. To make your own character jackolantern, begin by picking out the perfect pumpkin. Along with the pumpkin book character, students displayed the book their character was from and an information page that detailed their pumpkin book characters name, favorite things, and attributes. Pumkin displayed specific characteristics of the chosen character. Pumpkin character project halloween activity october book. Book character pumpkin decorating contest as captain underpants. This project is often an instant vocabulary boost for my students.
If youre looking for more pumpkin activities, see how to learn with pumpkins and activities in every academic subject. Pumpkin is decorated using at least 2 forms of media i. Rather than write a basic book report, the students were invited to create a pumpkin that reflects the character from a book they read. Choose a pumpkin or pumpkins that fits the shape and size that you need for this project. Third grade first grade grade 1 pumpkin books pumpkin art school projects school ideas art projects writing activities. On the entry form, you must write the title and author of the book and bring the book or a picture of the book cover to display with your pumpkin andor gourd. This project combined literacy with creativity and an.
A minimum of three complete sentences used to describe the character. Pick one character and create them on a small pie size pumpkin. But were willing to bet that if you asked them to do a book character pumpkin book report, you might just get that reaction. I love pairing books with family outings or class field trips. One of my favorite books for teaching about character traits is the paper bag princess by robert munsch. Apr 04, 2020 the library is hosting a book character pumpkin project.
Pumpkin character book report this month we are asking you to complete this really different book report together. Oct 23, 2016 made with boinx fotomagico photos by rebecca salazar music credits. Next, you are going to decorate the pumpkin to look like a favorite story character from a book. Weve gathered our favorite ideas for book character pumpkin project pete the cat kids, explore our list of popular images of book character pumpkin project. The character i am designing my pumpkin to look like is. It provides clear examples which allow students to draw conclusions about the characters traits and emotions. This bestselling packet has been completely updated and now includes crisp fonts, new clipart, additional pages and edita. Turner know if you need a book for display bring pumpkins to the library on friday, october 14th.
This quarter, the project our class will be completing is a pumpkin character book report. Students will submit designs to teacher and use as a guide at home for decorating pumpkin character. Families make the pumpkins at home to resemble a book or a character. I have my students do their own independent 3d pumpkin book report at home with a book of their choice, i find it is helpful to model the project together in class and that book. Mar 10, 2015 see over 110 results of pumpkin book reports pulled off by my primary students. Etching with a linoleum cutter makes it easy to carve detailed designsand the finished gourds glow with an eerie orange light. Halloween hullabaloo pumpkin books, halloween school, book. Rubric for alternatives to book reports or traditional book reports.
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