Book trailers 'fLiP'pInG...for more

1. Students will demonstrate their love of reading utilizing the Reading/Writing Workshop approach to pick a high interest book of their choice. Once complete, students will learn persusasive techniques, the use of Animoto and flip video cameras (this will be done using a powerpoint presentation shown to students)
2. Persuasive techniques will be taught so students are able to present information. (communication)Verbal and written
3. Students will demonstrate the use of writing creativity and innovate for others to want to "read" or "buy" their book.
4. Once complete, students will write their paper and have it peer edited by 2 students in the classroom.
5. The teacher will do the final edit of their written information.
6. Utilizing the flip video, students will speak and perform that will be uploaded to their blog for an AUTHENTIC audience.
7. The students will learn how to incorporate their information using the Animoto program to demonstrate high quality book trailers to enhance their flip video experience.
8. Once complete, we are already set up with other classrooms to import their videos and blog with other students of the same interest to comment and learn of other books that they would be interested in.
9. Finally, on parent/teacher conference night, students will demonstrate their digital book trailers to their parents.