Autobiographical Road Map

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Autobiographical Road Map

Objectives: Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and sensory language to convey a vivid picture of the experiences, event, setting or characters. Sequence events so that they build on one another to create a coherent whole.

What is a Symbol? Definition: A symbol is a person, place, thing, or event used to represent something else.

Love Marriage Patriotism/Freedom Christianity, Religion Sadness/Depression Music Death Baby

Summer/Vacation Freedom Pet Judiasm Birthday Teacher Good vs. Evil Peace

Autobiographical Road Map In this project you will create a “road map of life” You will start at birth and end with your current age. Decorate the map with pictures or symbols which reflect the events portrayed, or the ideas, people, or things that are important to you.

Autobiographical Road Map On this map, you will show a minimum of 15 events on your map with a brief (1-2 sentences) explanation for each event.

Required Events (5 of these 8) An Important Crossroad This is symbolic of a time you had to make a big decision in your life. A Flat Tire This is symbolic of a temporary obstacle you overcame. A Big Hill This is when you really put all of your effort into making it. A Traffic Jam This is symbolic when, with others, you got caught up in a conflict that stopped you.

Required Events (5 of these 8) A Yield Sign This is symbolic of when you had to make a compromise with another person. A Moving Violation This is when you learned something from making a mistake. A Roadside Attraction This is when you did something great, of which you were proud. A Traveling Companion or Guide This is someone who has helped you to get where you are now.

Assignment Use your 15+ events in your life to include on your road map—in order! Each event needs a corresponding road sign, picture, symbol. Work days: Monday-Thursday (Finish @ home) Due on: Monday, September 21th! This project is an ASSESSMENT (85% category in Skyward)-Take this seriously!