Symbolism Flipbook with examples from “Masque of the Red Death”

by Edgar Allan Poe

Do you need a hands-on activity for teaching symbolism? This product contains step-by-step instructions for a flipbook project. This Teacher’s Guide corresponds to Edgar Allan Poe’s “Masque of the Red Death” but the concept and rubric can be used for any novel or poem. This also includes two versions of a rubric that you can use to make grading easier. The tabs move from concrete to abstract, helping students progress through the analysis. You can have students label these whatever you want, according to the needs of your project and classroom. Please respect all terms of use as detailed at the end of this document. Enjoy! Did you know that you receive TPT credit for leaving feedback on products you have purchased from this store? Credit can be redeemed for future purchases. You can give feedback by going to the product page. Be sure to follow me for updates & freebies! Thanks, Danielle @ Nouvelle

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Student Sample

Table of Contents Teacher’s Guide (PDF)

Flipbook Template …………………………………………………………………………….………………………… 3

Title Flap……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4

Symbol Flap………………………………………………………………………………………………….……………… 5

Quotes Flap………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………… 6

Concrete Traits Flap…………………………………………………………………………………………….………… 7

Abstract Traits Flap…………………………………………………………………………………..…………………… 8

Analysis Flap………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9

Print-and-Go Rubric #1………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10-11

How to use Rubric #1 …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12

Print-and-Go Rubric #2………………………………………………………………………………………………… 13-14

PPT Guide………………………………………………………………………………………….………………………… 15

Flipbook Notes…………………………………………………………………………..………………………………… 16

Notes & Rubric on one page……………………………………………….……………………………………….. 17-18

Example Flipbooks………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 19-20

Symbolism Flipbook (PPT) Materials……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3

Folding………………………………………………………………………………………………..………………………… 4-9

Requirements…………………………………………………………………………….………………………………… 10

Labeling……………………………………………………………………………………………..………………………… 11

Title Flap……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12

Symbol Flap……………………………………………………………………………………….………………………… 13

Quotes Flap…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……… 14-15

Concrete Traits Flap……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 16

Abstract Traits Flap ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 17

Analysis Flap.…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….… 18-20

Due Date & Last Word (for you to fill in) ……………………………………………………………………… 21

Editable Rubrics (PPT) http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Nouvelle Symbolism Flipbook (“Masque of the Red Death”) © Danielle Hall 2015

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The Teacher’s Guide includes a template for folding the flipbook and ideas on what

to include for each flap, based on “Masque of the Red Death” by Edgar Allan Poe.

Two rubric options – one is made to attach to the flipbook and one is a

simple half-page. There are also adaptable versions so that you can set your own weights and totals.

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Using the PowerPoint Component

This packet also contains a PowerPoint to help your students make their flipbooks easily. This includes step-by-step instructions with a visual aide. PPT Contents: Slides 1-9: Constructing the Flipbook Slides 10-21: Project Requirements (labeling the flaps, requirements for each section, and brainstorming for the analysis) You can edit many components of this PowerPoint: *The overall design theme, etc. in the second part *The flap labels to suit your needs *The requirements for each flap *The symbolism examples used. Also, remember to choose whether or not your students will cut the book in half. If not, delete the “optional” slide and the text box instructing students to make one book per pair. Following this page, you’ll find “Flipbook Notes” that you can use with your students as you discuss the project requirements. You’ll also find the Notes & the Rubric on the same page in case you prefer to distribute these at the same time.

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The PowerPoint contains clear,

student-friendly instructions for

folding a flipbook.

You can edit the flap headings

Delete this slide if you don’t want students to make a half

flipbook

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Each flap is accompanied by a “requirements” slide,

explaining your expectations for each page of the flipbook. These are also editable to suit

your needs.

I use basic examples in this PPT to illustrate the

requirements, but you can reuse examples that your

students have seen in class.

This step-by-step process ensures that students create a product that meets your learning

targets. Don’t forget: you can edit all requirements or

use “as is”.

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This “notes” handout allows students to follow along with the

PPT and write down the requirements and flap headings.

Then, they can check off the requirements when they’ve

completed the flap.

If you want one project handout per student, here’s a handy

combo sheet that includes the notes page and the project

rubric.

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