April 30 NFA Test 1st Half & 2nd Half - Fav Scene Of NFA Group Art Project - Outside! & Akeelah and the Bee - Film Intro

NFA Test TEAMS 1st Half  - once done - please read.

2nd Half - Fav Scene Of NFA Group Art Project - Outside!

📚 Instructions:

1. Choose a Scene from No Fixed Address:
   Pick the scene that stuck with you the most. Maybe it made you laugh, cry, think, or feel connected to Felix in a new way. Possible ideas:

   • Felix and his mom moving into the van

   • The scene at the library or when Felix meets Dylan and Winnie

   • The moment Felix is discovered

   • The final scene or the moment of resolution

   • Any interaction that reveals themes like poverty, resilience, or friendship

2. Plan Your Visual Design:
   On scrap paper, sketch out how you will bring the scene to life. Think about:

   • Characters (Felix, Astrid, Winnie, etc.)

   • Setting (van, library, school, etc.)

   • Important objects or symbols (e.g., van, books, quiz show buzzer)

   • Emotions, colours, and tone of the scene

3. Add a Quote:
   Choose one short, powerful line or piece of dialogue from the scene. Include it somewhere in your drawing — this quote should help others understand the meaning or mood of your artwork.

4. Chalk It Up!:
   Head outside to the designated sidewalk or pavement space and bring your scene to life. Use colour, texture, and creativity to make it your own.

5. Gallery Walk & Reflection:
   When all drawings are complete, we’ll walk through each piece like an outdoor gallery. Then, you’ll complete a short written reflection:

   • Why did you choose this scene?

   • What did you want your drawing to express?

   • What does this moment say about Felix, or the larger themes of the novel?

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🛠️ Materials Needed:

• Sidewalk chalk (multi-coloured)

Last 30 min - 

Viewing of Akeelah and the Bee (2006, PG) - PRIME - Compare & Contrast to NFA Novel

🎬 Pre-Viewing Questions (Akeelah and the Bee)

1. What do you already know about spelling bees? What kind of skills do you think are needed to compete in one?

2. Akeelah is a young girl from a working-class neighborhood. What kinds of challenges do you think someone might face when trying to succeed in a competitive academic event from this background?

3. Have you ever had a goal that seemed too hard or too far away to reach? What helped you keep going—or what might help someone else?

4. The film includes themes of perseverance, identity, and community. Which of these themes do you find most interesting? Why?

Got to 30 min into the film.