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Movie Cast

Pretend that you are a casting director in charge of finding actors and actresses to star in a film adaptation of Improvement. Make a list of both major and minor characters and assign real-life actors and actresses to the roles.

Movie Poster

Keeping in mind the themes and tone of the book. design a movie poster for a film adaptation of Improvement using whatever medium you prefer - paint, computer graphics, collage, etc.

Soundtrack

Make a list of at least 10 songs that you think would make a good soundtrack for the themes, tone, and style of Improvement.

Portrait of Kiki

Kiki is one of the book's most intriguing and enigmatic characters. Create a portrait of Kiki in the form of a sketch, collage, or painting.

Write a Letter to the Author

Write a letter to Joan Silber letting her know what you thought of Improvement. If...

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