Book Report Directions and Due Dates
BOOK REPORTS
During the course of the year, you will do several book reports. We will follow a “Book Talk” format. The criteria are as follows:
- Read a novel. (It should be at your reading level and must be a novel.)
- Ensure that you read the correct genre for each specific book report.
- Bring your book to class on the day of your report.
- Be prepared to have a book talk with other students in which you discuss your book.
- You will be evaluated by two students, and you will evaluate two students.
- Be sure to refer to the “Book Report Rubric” in order to get the highest score possible.
- Prepare a typed or written report that includes all of the following:
- Title
- Author’s name and other books by the author
- Genre (with reasoning/explanation)
- Setting (time and place)
- Main characters
- Plot (main events including problem and solution—no more than 5 sentences)
- Evaluation (Tell whether you liked the book and explain why.)
The schedule for each report is below, along with the genre for that date. On these days, you must bring in your book and your written report and be prepared to share.
Realistic fiction—September 27
Historical fiction—December 5
Fantasy—March 5
Newbery Award Winner— May 5
Biography/Wax Museum—June 5
In addition, you may do a project to go with your book report. This is not mandatory, but you may feel inclined to be creative with your reports. A list is attached if you wish to choose a project. This will go into consideration when grading your book reports (see rubric).
