Description
Have your students demonstrate their understanding of Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan by creatively blending written analysis with visual elements drawn from the text using this one-pager reading comprehension project. Students use evidence from the novel to transform key ideas into meaningful illustrations and written responses.
This novel one-pager activity encourages close reading and critical thinking as students analyze important literary elements such as theme, symbolism, characterization, imagery, and author’s message. The creative format allows students to synthesize their understanding while showcasing their ideas in a visually engaging way.
Completed projects highlight students’ creative potential and result in beautiful classroom displays and bulletin boards that celebrate both learning and artistic expression.
This resource includes
Student directions provided in PDF format, a rubric for assessment in PDF format, an example project in PDF format, ten blank printable templates (optional), and an editable Word document containing the directions and rubric so teachers can modify the assignment as needed.