Activity Overview
Throughout the novel, Bud Caldwell is searching for something: his father, a family, a different life. Using evidence from the text, students will examine Bud's desires and motivations by creating a Wanted poster. Students can also dig into other characters in the novel and create Wanted posters for the things they might be looking for.
Teacher note: Add additional template options to the project by visiting our Wanted Poster template page!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
Create a Wanted Poster for something Bud or another character in Bud, Not Buddy is searching for.
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Identify the person, place, or thing your chosen character is searching for.
- Add a description, reasons, & a reward.
- Add an illustration using appropriate scenes, items, and characters.
- Save and exit when you're done.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Text | Includes who's wanted or missing, a reward amount if found, a contact phone number, and 2-3 sentences that accurately describe the missing person. | Missing one element of text. | Missing two or more elements of text. |
| Illustrations | Illustrations depict the person or animal according to the story with clear visuals including an appropriate scene, character, items, etc. | Illustrations depict the person or animal but are unclear or incomplete. | Illustrations do not depict the person or animal. |
How To Help Students Create a Poster in Storyboard That
Introduce Storyboard That
Teachers can first introduce Storyboard That to students. They can provide a brief overview of what the app does, why it is used, and how it can be helpful to students. Other than posters, teachers can also provide information about other functions that can be performed on Storyboard That.
Give a Small Tutorial
Teachers can give students a brief demo of how they can create their account on the app or the site and get started with the poster.
Ask for Parental Supervision
Under the supervision of parents, students can also try to explore Storyboard That at home and get a better understanding of how templates can work. Parents can also help them if needed.
Inform Students About Poster Requirements
A wanted poster is a little different than normal advertising posters, hence teachers can inform students beforehand how they can create the poster, what information they need to put in, and the placement of the information on the poster. Teachers can also show students some real wanted posters.
Review and Appreciate
When the students are done with their posters, teachers can review everyone’s work in class and appreciate all the students for trying something new.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bud, Not Buddy Wanted Posters Activity
What are the activity's learning objectives?
The activity "Bud, Not Buddy" Wanted Posters seeks to accomplish the following learning objectives: - Encourage investigation of the traits of the characters and critical thought. - Encourage artistic expression and creativity through poster design and illustration. - By recalling and summarizing key events from the book, you can improve your reading comprehension. - Develop a stronger bond with the characters and their functions in the narrative.
What connection does this exercise have to the concepts of "Bud, Not Buddy"?
The "Bud, Not Buddy" themes are related to the wanted posters exercise because it enables students to learn more about the backgrounds and characteristics of the characters. Students explore the ideas of identity, family, belonging, and resilience by designing posters for the characters, which helps them better understand the morals of the story.
Do the wanted posters offer any potential for extension activities?
Absolutely! The desired posters can be used by teachers as a starting point for additional assignments like character analysis essays, role-playing games, or presentations in class where students explain their poster designs and interpretations. These follow-up activities help deepen students' comprehension of the book's themes.
Can students complete this task alone or do they have to work in teams?
The activity can be performed for both solitary and group work. To express themselves uniquely, students can work alone to make their own wanted posters. As an alternative, teachers could assign group projects that promote collaboration and peer debate of the characters.
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