A 3D fantasy book illustration with film strips for a book trailer project.

Creative Challenge: Cinematic Book Trailers

The challenge

Wrap up the semester by celebrating a great read! In this challenge, students create a cinematic trailer to excite classmates about a book they’ve read. 

A 3D fantasy book illustration with film strips for a book trailer project.

Example video

Students will highlight key elements from a book –without giving away the ending – using visuals, text, music, and narration. 

Thumbnail shot of a book trailer.
 

Guided activity

Use the guided activity and template in the Assignment Ideas Library to make classroom implementation and video editing a breeze! 

Mockup of the guided activity and template in the WeVideo Assignment Ideas Library.

Submit media

Submit videos by December 31, 2025 for a chance to win prizes!

Mockup of the UI with a share button to upload a video submission.