Description
Have your students create a collaborative poster and learn about Pablo Neruda in a new and engaging way! Through this activity, students will research and design an author biography poster, exploring Neruda’s life, literary achievements, and his enduring influence as one of the world’s most celebrated poets. Along the way, they’ll also strengthen their teamwork and communication skills as they collaborate to complete the project.
Born Neftalí Ricardo Reyes Basoalto, Pablo Neruda’s powerful and passionate poetry earned him international acclaim and the Nobel Prize in Literature. This project helps students connect his personal experiences and political ideals to the themes and emotions expressed in his writing.
Students will begin by researching Pablo Neruda 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 Pablo Neruda answer key, and an example of the final project.