Description
Have your students create a collaborative poster and learn about Franz Kafka in a new and engaging way! Through this activity, students will research and design an author biography poster, exploring Kafka’s life, literary achievements, and his profound influence on twentieth-century literature. Along the way, they’ll also strengthen their teamwork and communication skills as they collaborate to complete the project.
This is a wonderful addition to any novel study on The Metamorphosis, helping students make deeper connections between Kafka’s life, his unique worldview, and the existential themes reflected in his writing.
Students will begin by researching Franz Kafka and gathering information about his background, accomplishments, and contributions to literature. They’ll then record their findings in the designated sections on the poster before working together to color or paint and assemble the final display. Once completed, the six-piece poster can be printed on regular paper or cardstock and will measure approximately 28" x 15" when taped together. For long-lasting classroom use, you can laminate the finished product.
This resource includes student directions, a rubric, and a graphic organizer (all provided in both PDF and editable Word document formats). It also includes six blank coloring pages that come together to form one cohesive poster, a Franz Kafka answer key, and an example of the final project.