Bring Steinbeck’s The Pearl to life with this engaging and standards-aligned story quilt project! This creative, literary-visual assignment challenges students to explore and represent six key themes or events from the novel through symbolic illustrations and intentional color choices. With a built-in mini-lesson on symbolism and color psychology, students will deepen their understanding of figurative meaning, character development, and thematic analysis—all while applying their learning artistically and reflectively. Perfect for end-of-unit assessment, alternative projects, or visual learners, this resource includes everything you need to plan, teach, and assess—with scaffolds for all learners.
What’s Included:
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Detailed Lesson Plan (3–5 class periods)
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Mini-Lesson on Symbolism & Color Psychology (with examples and discussion prompts)
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Color Psychology Anchor Chart (student reference handout)
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Symbol Library Student Reference Sheet (12 common symbols with meanings)
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Symbol & Color Brainstorm Sheet
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Story Quilt Planning Sheet (6-panel organizer with space for quote integration)
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Single Quilt Panel Template with a correctly scaled 6" x 6" drawing space
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Peer Review Sheet for gallery walk feedback
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Exit Ticket Prompt for reflection and assessment
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Assessment Rubric (20-point rubric focused on creativity, symbolism, theme, and support)
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