Make a Father's Day Card - PowerPoint

This PowerPoint presentation is designed to guide students through the process of creating a bespoke Father's Day card. It starts by encouraging students to examine and discuss a variety of greeting cards to identify common features and understand the conventions of card writing. The objectives are clear: to explore different card designs, to grasp the 'rules' of card writing, and to create a Father's Day card that is meaningful. Students are prompted to consider the layout and purpose of such cards, as well as the 'rules' that might dictate their design, ensuring that the card's message is appropriate for the intended recipient, whether that be a father, stepfather, foster parent, guardian, or grandfather.

As part of the task, the students are asked to think about who the card is for and how that affects its design and content. They answer questions to determine the type of card they wish to make, what message it will convey, whether the verse should rhyme, the style of illustrations, and the writing style for the inside message. Examples of potential messages are provided for inspiration. The PowerPoint also emphasizes the importance of the drafting process, teaching students that redrafting is not merely repetition but an opportunity to transform a rough draft into a polished final piece. It lists reasons for redrafting, such as improving writing skills and presentation, and provides practical steps for doing so. The goal is to create a Father's Day card that not only conveys affection but also reflects the student's writing abilities and attention to detail.