Name:_____________________________________________________________Hour:_____________________________________ Due Date:______________________________________________________Grade _______/50 Points For this project, you are to create a “scarlet letter” of your own to wear. Your letter will be the first letter of
the word that describes a weakness in your own character. Some common examples are lazy, critical,
analytical, procrastinator, impulsive, and emotional. Be true to yourself.
You will be given some time in class to create your letter. You are more than welcome to add to it’s brilliance
at home with your own supplies.
You will wear your letter all day to school on _________________________________. You will turn the
letter and this sheet the next day with your reflection.
If anyone asks you why you are wearing your letter, you must tell them what that letter means and why you
chose that character trait.
Below is list of signatures that must be completed/signed for you to receive your grade.
You will NOT get a grade until you return your scarlet letter with your signed sheet. They must both be
turned in at the same time.
As you wear your scarlet letter, share your story (explain what it means) to each of the following people and
have them write their name, so I can read it, below:
A friend not in English 236___________________________________________
A friend not in English 236___________________________________________
Someone you do not normally speak to (make sure that they are not in English 236)
_______________________________________________
A school administrator__________________________________________________
A teacher_________________________________________________________
A teacher_________________________________________________________
A teacher_________________________________________________________
An upper-classmen_________________________________________________
Your parent/guardian___________________________________________________
Name:_____________________________________________________________Hour:_____________________________________ DUE:________________________________________________________________GRADE:_______________________________/50 For the project, you will be required to write a one to two-­‐page reflection essay. The following should be covered in the essay: • What your letter stands for and the rationale behind it • What it felt like wearing the letter • Reactions from others when they saw you wearing the letter • What it was like telling people about your letter • How you felt people treated you after they heard what your letter stood for • How you could possibly relate to Hester Prynne using textual evidence The essay should be broken into different paragraphs and use proper spelling and grammar. Your letter, signature sheet and essay should be turned in together. Content 10 Complete and thoughtful explanation of voice. Strong organization and structure. Vivid supporting details included. All points were assigned were covered in the essay and explained. Essay is written in complete sentences. Includes a clear beginning, middle, and end. All grammar, usage, punctuation, and spelling are correct. Essay is easy to follow; all details and examples are vivid and relevant to the topic. Includes rich vocabulary and effective, frequent use of transitions. Essay includes complete and thoughtful reflections about impact on personal growth. Mechanics Reactions/ Reflections Textual Evidence Clarity and Organization
Textual evidence relating the student to Hester Prynne is present and fully explained. Well organized, logical, and clearly articulated; connects ideas smoothly 8 Shows organization and structure. Supporting details included. Some or all points assigned were covered, but may not have been explained. 5 Essay lacks depth. Some evidence of organization and structure. Few details included. 3 Insufficient explanation of voice. Inadequate or confusing organization and structure. No supporting details included. Demonstrates little understanding of the novel or the assignment. 0 No content present Essay is mostly written in complete sentences. Includes a beginning, middle, and end. Few grammar, usage, punctuation, or spelling errors. Clearly written with relevant details and examples included. Adequate use of vocabulary and transitions. Essay includes some complete sentences. Some evidence of a beginning, middle, and end. Some grammar, usage, punctuation, or spelling errors. Essay is somewhat difficult to follow. Includes few relevant details and examples. Limited use of vocabulary and transitions. Limited reflections included about impact on personal growth. Essay is not written in complete sentences. Does not include a beginning, middle, or end. Frequent grammar, usage, punctuation, or spelling errors. Essay is difficult to follow. Does not include relevant details or examples. Weak vocabulary and no use of transitions. No content present Few reflections included about impact on personal growth. No content present Textual evidence relating the student to Hester Prynne is present but is not clear. Mainly organized, logical, and clearly articulate; transitions used to connect ideas No textual evidence is present. No content present Lacks organization, logic, and clarity; transitions seldom used to connect ideas No content present Essay includes reflections about impact on personal growth. Textual evidence relating the student to Hester Prynne is present and somewhat explained. Organized, logical, and clearly articulated; transitions often connect ideas smoothly