Description
Have your students create a collaborative poster and learn about J.D. Salinger in a new and engaging way! Through this activity, students will research and design an author biography poster, exploring Salinger’s life, major works, and lasting impact as one of America’s most influential literary voices. Along the way, they’ll also develop essential skills in teamwork and communication as they collaborate to bring their poster to life.
This project is a perfect companion to any novel study on The Catcher in the Rye and helps students connect the author’s experiences and themes to the text in meaningful ways.
Students will begin by researching J.D. Salinger 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 J.D. Salinger answer key, and an example of the final project.