Graphic Design ...
You
will be working on a new unit of study,
the
development and making of a book for a small child.
In
addition to the project work that will be going on in class,
you
are required to complete the activity defined below.
You
will complete your research and submit your findings
Carefully read the following information for this activity
...
1. Go to the
main library or a branch in your neighborhood, or visit a major
bookstore.
2. Locate a list
of Caldecott Award winning books. Check out, locate at home, or purchase a
book
from the
list for your use with this assignment. You will be required to bring the book to
class!
3. Research
information about the artist/illustrator of your chosen book. Research how
s/he got
started
as an artist or illustrator and how long they have been in this
career.
4. Using the
book you selected, examine the style of art work the artist/illustrator
uses. What is it
about
the art work that is special in regard to the illustrative approach used, and
the award
received?
5. Document in
written form any information you locate that answers the above questions as well
as
any
additional information you feel is relevant, important, or that you find of
interest.
6. Document all sources for your
gathered information. Be specific!!! (Example: website address,
book
title and author, encyclopedia references, sources/people utilitzed at the
library, etc.)
7. To complete
this activity, fill out the linked report
form and
"submit" it as directed.
Reminder! Reports are due no later than 8:30 PM the
evening of the stated due date!