Introduction
You have the the opportunity to meet and talk with a author who has successfully written, illustrated, and published many books, is a treat. Thanks to our PTG, author/illustrator Paul Lewis Owens will visit our school on Friday.
Task
At the school assembly, you have chosen to share highlights from his career as you introduce him to the student body. To be properly prepared, you plan to visit his web site to learn more.
Process
Use the questions below as an organizer for your research as you navigate the author's web site.
How many books does it say Mr. Lewis has written? ________________________
When did he first know he had an interest in writing stories?
Write down the titles of his books. Which ones have you read? Do you have a favorite?
Name one award Mr. Lewis has won for one of his books.
Read the blurb about each title. Choose 1-2 books you would be interested in reading.
Mr. Lewis states he has two goals for his students during a school visit. What are those two goals?
Mr. Lewis is an accomplished artist. On his "Art" link, he lists three different media or types of expression, and each has it's own link to more specific information. What are they?
About P.O.L
What are some of his hobbies?
Where does he make his home?
Who are some of his author friends?
Please share other details you found that are interesting.
Mr. Lewis donates part of the proceeds from all his book sales to what Native American group?
Rate the home page of the site according to your first impression. 1-10 One being very poor. 10 being excellent ______
Evaluation
Do you feel you have enough for your introduction?
Of the information you located, what do you feel is most important to share with your fellow students?
List three of the most important bits of information you found...information you will likely use in the introduction.
Conclusion
Write a paragraph introducing Mr. Lewis to the student body.