Period 3
Fanfiction/Tabloids
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Period 3
Fanfiction/Tabloids
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Today
'Fine, OK, Good, Great, Tired & Bad' are not allowed.
I am feeling....
Use 1 word to describe how you are feeling/doing today.
Yes
No
Statement:
I finished my homework
Which assignments did you like up until now and which one you don't?
What do you want to learn, improve or change?
Set a personal goal for 'English' this week.
Yes
No
What is Fanfiction?
Have you ever read fanfiction?
fan fiction
(noun)
stories involving popular fictional characters that are written by fans and often posted on the Internet
Examples
Newspapers
What is a tabloid?
Tabloid vs. Broadsheet/Compact
Tabloid
Broadsheet
Meghan Flees to Canada
Hubby's bad breath kills his wife
Headless body in topless bar
Queen backs Brexit
Spies guard nuclear sites from China cyberattack
I'm not bluffing on no deals warns Boris
Students drafted in to plug NHS gaps
Tabloid Examples
Tabloid Examples
Tabloid Examples
Fan fiction Examples
Ryan Reynolds was just another ordinary actor, living his life in Hollywood, when one day he received an invitation to visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios. Excited for the opportunity to step into the magical realm he had grown to love through the books and movies, Ryan eagerly accepted the invitation.
As he walked through the gates of Hogwarts, Ryan felt like a kid again, surrounded by the familiar sights and sounds of the wizarding world. He was just about to enter the Great Hall when he heard a familiar voice calling out his name. "Ryan Reynolds! Is that you?"
Turning around, Ryan saw none other than Harry Potter himself, along with his wife, Meghan Markle. "Harry, Meghan! It's so great to meet you both!" Ryan exclaimed, shaking their hands.
Fan fiction Examples
The three of them chatted for a while, discussing their favorite scenes from the Harry Potter movies and the incredible work Meghan was doing to support various charitable causes. But the conversation soon turned to the magical world and the incredible adventures that Ryan, Harry, and Meghan could have if they were all wizards.
"I've always wanted to fly on a broomstick," Ryan said wistfully.
"Well, why not?" Harry said with a grin. "I'll show you how it's done."
With that, the three of them took to the skies, soaring over the castle and the Forbidden Forest, the wind in their hair and the thrill of adventure in their hearts. They laughed and shouted as they swooped and dove, the magic of the Wizarding World bringing them together in a way that only the most incredible of adventures could.
Fan fiction Examples
As the sun began to set and it was time for Ryan to head back to the Muggle world, he thanked Harry and Meghan for the experience of a lifetime. "I'll never forget this day," he said, smiling.
"Neither will we," Harry and Meghan replied, as they all hugged goodbye.
As Ryan walked out of the gates of Hogwarts and back into the real world, he couldn't help but feel that magic was not just something that existed in the Wizarding World, but in the connections and bonds he had made with Harry and Meghan. He knew that no matter where life took him, that magical day would always hold a special place in his heart.
Briefing
- Work in pairs or alone.
- Decide on a celebrity/celebrities or fictional character(s).
- Read fan fiction on this character (at least 2 stories per person).
- Create a mindmap (together) about this person in Class Notebook/Powerpoint/Paper etc.
Step 1
Step 2 ->
Deadline: 16 February
Briefing
Fiction
Write 2/3rds of a fanfic about this character or person.
Min 500 words (which is 250 words per person).
Make sure it has a good introduction, storyline and climax.
Think of a good title.
Write 2/3rds of a tabloid article about this character or person.
Min 500 words (which is 250 words per person).
Make sure it has a catchy title and a very serious problem.
Sensation is key.
(Non-)Fiction
Step 2
Choose:
Deadline: 2 March
Briefing
Fiction
Finish your story (indiviually) in class (handwritten!)
Combine the written endings.
Design cover art.
Finish your article (indiviually) in class (handwritten!)
Combine the written endings.
Create a mock-up: lay-out, fonts and pictures are required!
(Non-)Fiction
Step 3
Deadline: 9 March
If you are done early with all the assignments, upload a funny picture or video (via Teams)
Yes 👍
Almost 😅
No 👎
Did you achieve all of our class goals?
Give yourself a compliment 💚
and some good advice.. 💪
Any feedback? Questions?