Novel Study: Thunder Over Kandahar
THUNDER OVER KANDAHAR
In class, we have been reading Sharon McKay’s dramatic novel Thunder Over Kandahar, the story of two best friends growing up in a small village in Afghanistan.
In the novel, a dramatic event occurs in Chapter 6 (“Education is Light”) that changes the course of the novel. In groups of 4-5, you will be given a small section of this pivotal chapter. You must create a section summary graphic organizer (independently and then as a group). You must also plan and present a short dramatic piece that reflects your chapter section. You will present these on December 18th and 19th.
In the novel, a dramatic event occurs in Chapter 6 (“Education is Light”) that changes the course of the novel. In groups of 4-5, you will be given a small section of this pivotal chapter. You must create a section summary graphic organizer (independently and then as a group). You must also plan and present a short dramatic piece that reflects your chapter section. You will present these on December 18th and 19th.
Your Task:
You may choose the group (max. 4 unless otherwise approved) with whom you will present. Make sure that you include a mix of boys and girls in your group. Your dramatic presentation must include:
We will discuss the success criteria for this project in class. Make sure to review the attached rubric before planning your presentation.
- an appropriate script (complete with setting, direction, and dialogue) that accurately describes the plot, mood and atmosphere of your section
- props, costumes, music, or background pieces that contribute to your performance
- an appropriate division of tasks and roles. Each group member must have both an on-stage (character role) and off-stage (set design, prop design, music, etc.) role
- a presentation piece that reflects the five elements of drama
- self and peer evaluations
We will discuss the success criteria for this project in class. Make sure to review the attached rubric before planning your presentation.
Assignment Outline and Rubric:
thunder_over_kandahar_outline.pdf | |
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Links:
Author Sharon McKay's website: http://www.sharonmckay.ca/tok.html
Thunder Over Kandahar PDF Version (Annick Press): http://www.annickpress.com/RightsPDFs/ThunderoverKandahar.pdf
Thunder Over Kandahar PDF Version (Annick Press): http://www.annickpress.com/RightsPDFs/ThunderoverKandahar.pdf