Pigman Projects
Working by yourself, or in self-chosen groups of no more than three, you
will be creating a unique project that demonstrates your knowledge of the book
The Pigman. Your project must fulfill the following requirements:
• Representative of your best work and effort
• Show your understanding of the plot, characters, setting and themes
present in the novel
• Equally include the effort of all group members
• Be creative and take advantage of your talents and interests
Possible project ideas include:
1. Acting out one chapter of the
novel, either on video or in front of the class, and
complete with dialogue, costumes, props, appropriate setting, etc . . .
2. Writing a follow-up chapter or
an alternate ending in the same style as the book
3. An essay analyzing an aspect
of the novel, at least three pages, plus three for each additional group member.
4. A graphic novel version of one
chapter, either hand-drawn or using computer
software or cartoon website tools.
5. A to Z Book for the novel. ?
26 sentences—A-Z—that "capture" the book and its characters, themes,
plot, lessons to be learned, etc. ? Illustrated! ? Bonus for good use of
vocabulary words.
6. Pick several of the symbols
that appear in the book. (Examples: the three monkeys at Beekman's, Bobo and
the zoo, the cemetery, Mr. P's pig collection, even Norton) Draw, or otherwise
graphically represent, at least 4 or 5. Use a quote under each to label it.
Explain what each represents and how it is used to further the story.
7. Write an essay exploring who's
at fault (if anyone) for Mr. Pignati's death. You may conclude that the
responsibility should be shared. Whatever you conclude, be sure to back up what
you say with quotes and examples from the novel.
8. Rewrite a chapter from Mr.
Pignati's point of view. Be sure to include the dialogue as it is, but change
the exposition around it. Show what Mr. Pignati is thinking and feeling about
John and Lorraine.
9. Write a chapter telling about
the further adventures of the John and Lorraine. Your chapter should be a
minimum of 3 pages long and include at least one colored illustration.
10. Create a mural, collage, or diorama
of a scene from the book. Include a one-page description of the scene and how
you created your art piece.
11. A “realia” box contains real
things that might be important to a story. Collect 10 items to place in a Pigman box
that you create. Write about each item and the significance to the story. Be
sure your box is decorated to reflect the story.
12. Any other idea that Mr. Joel approves.
