Third Grade Library Study: Movies That Were Books

In Library, the Third Graders have begun a study of books that have been made into movies. We are looking carefully at the details to see what happens when stories are translated into film. We are asking questions about why certain elements are added or taken away and we are thinking critically about what we see.

As part of this study, Third Graders have some “Library Homework.” Each student needs to choose a book and movie pair to read and view in the next month on their own or with their families. The students will all give an informal, two minute report on what they discover – similarities, differences, why they think changes were made or not made, and their opinions of the two versions. They are encouraged to write a few notes for themselves but the presentation can be made any way they like.

The students have been given an opportunity to select from a large list of book and movie pairs, which you can see by clicking here. Other ideas are welcome – just check with Ms. Sauro.