Please read pages 1-3 of this booklet. Then sign and return the last page. Keep the booklet. You will need this all year.

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1 Please read pages 1-3 of this booklet. Then sign and return the last page. Keep the booklet. You will need this all year.

2 6 th Grade Book Report Schedule Date Genre Type of Report October 4th Christian Fiction Short form November 1 st Poetry Poetry form December 13 th Classic Long form February 24 th Historical fiction Google Slides March 7 th May 2 nd Non-fiction science Biography Diorama Oral Report (Dress up) Breakdown by Marking Period: 1 st Marking Period 2 Book Reports 2 nd Marking Period 1 Book Report 3 rd Marking Period 2 Book Reports 4 th Marking Period 1 Book Report Note: Any due dates could change throughout the year. A due date change would be announced in class and posted on the homework bulletin board.

3 Genres at a Glance Literary Genre = a category or type of literature based on a similar topic, form, or style. 3 Main Genres: Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry There are many genre sub-groups. A few are described below. Fiction Nonfiction Poetry Untrue/ Make-believe stories Christian Fiction Historical Fiction Mystery Fantasy Characterized by a Christian author and theme Combines fictional elements with an actual time/event in history (ex. A made-up story about a boy living during the Civil War) Involves suspense and a puzzling problem that is (often) solved by the end of the story. Includes elements that are impossible (ex. Talking animals) A book that is written and based on true facts and is informational. (ex. how-to books or factual science/history books) Biography Autobiography Informational Written about a real person from history by a different author. These books relate real events and actual facts from the person s life. Written account of a person s life written by that person. These books relate real events and actual facts from the person s life. Strictly factual (such as How to books or factual books on science and history topics) Literature intended to evoke thought and feeling from the reader through a particular form or style (such as rhyme and rhythm) Each genre of literature (mostly fiction) includes some novels that are classified as classics. Classic = A book whose characters and story have lasted many years and is recognized as a great piece of literature. (Abridged versions are encouraged for this grade level)

4 General Information Grading Grades will be assessed based on a rubric for each report. The rubrics will be attached to your final copy after grading. I have included sample rubrics at the end of this packet. Short form book reports will count as a single assignment, while all other forms will count as a double assignment. Guidelines 1. All books must be approved by Mrs. Gunter. There will be a due date for each book approval. Feel free to have the book approved before the due date in order to get an early start on your next report. However, if you miss the approval dead line, you will lose points for the overall project. 2. The book must be new to you. 3. With the exemption of the poetry report, you must read the book from cover to cover. For the poetry report, you will be directed to read sections from several different books of poetry to add up to 7 pages total. 4. Remember to follow the unique instructions for each report carefully. Refer to the rubric, since it will be the basis of your grade, to be sure that you have met each requirement. Publishers (for Christian Fiction) Moody Press David C. Cook Bob Jones Press Back to the Bible Zondervan Word Books Scripture Press Friends of Israel Concordia Bethany Word Kids Multinomah Flamingo Victor Books Thomas Nelson Bethel Herald Chariot Tyndale Liberty Bell Bibliography For books requiring a bibliography, please use the form shown below. Format: Last name (author), First name (author). Title of Book (underlined). Place of Publication: Publishing Company, date of publication. Note: Notice that the second line is always indented but the first line is not. Sample: Hoiser, Helen. William and Catherine Booth. Urichsville, Ohio: Barbour Publishing Inc., 196.

5 Short Form Book Report Rubric Name: # Final Grade: Categories The bibliographical entry is included with correct formatting. The type of book and number of pages are properly identified. 3 defined words are written and defined neatly and correctly. Character description is thorough and clearly written using at least three five sentences. The Signature Statement is filled out indicating the book was read completely by the due date. Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are correct. Total Earned Possible Comments:

6 Short Form Book Report Name: # Final Grade: 1. Using proper format, make a bibliographical entry for the book that you read. Include author, title of the book, publisher, place of publication, and date of publication. 2. Circle the type of book that you read. Fiction Christian fiction 3. Number of pages in the book: 4. List three new words that you found in the book. Word Page number Meaning of the word. Describe the main character (use at least 3- sentences). 6. Sign this statement if it is true. I have completely read this entire book. Signature

7 Poetry Book Report Purpose: The purpose of this report is to expose you to a variety of poets and styles of poetry. For this report, you will read 7 pages of poetry by a variety of authors. An anthology of verses and poems like The Book of Virtues is a good place to find quality poems to read. Our annual AACS poetry competition makes this a good time of year to appreciate different styles of poetry. You will soon be writing original poems of your own! Requirements: 1. Read 7 or more pages of different kinds of poems (long, short, and medium length). Read serious, silly, historical (such as Paul Revere s Ride), prose, etc. 2. Chose a poem of lines that you liked best. You will focus on this selection for most of your report. 3. Write a one page paper including the following: The poem that you chose, copied word for word in proper lines and stanzas (remember to use quotation marks). What the author was trying to say (Use a minimum of good sentences.) The mood of the author (Use a minimum of 2 good sentences.) Reason you chose this poem (Use a minimum of 2 good sentences.) 4. Draw an illustration to go with your poem. Extra Credit: Memorize your poem selection and recite to me for up to 10 points extra credit!! Staple the form below to the front of your poetry report. You do not need to fill all of the book lines as long as you have the required 7 pages and at least 2 different books. Poetry Book Report Name: # _ Book 1: Page # to to Book 2: Page # to to Book 3: Page # to to Book 4: Page # to to Book : Page # to to Chosen Poem Title: Author: to

8 Poetry Book Report Rubric Name: # Final Grade: Categories The number of pages meets the 7 page requirement. The chosen poem is copied, accurate in words and formatting, and lines long. The author s theme (what he/she was trying to say) is explained thoughtfully in at least complete sentences. The author s mood is explained thoughtfully in at least 2 complete sentences. The reason for selecting the poem is clearly explained in at least 2 complete sentences. Carefully drawn illustration is included. Earned Possible Extra Credit: Poem recited accurately by memory. Total + + bonus 0 Comments:

9 Long Form Book Report Guidelines Your detailed sample and instructions for this book report can be found on pages in your Language book. Be sure to use these pages as a guide for writing this report. Summary of what to include in your report: Cover: Your cover should be neat, colorful and creative. Introduction paragraph: State the title, author, type of book, number of pages and setting. Summary of the plot (see example in Language book) How is the reader better or wiser? A passage worth remembering (long quotation) The best thing about the book Write I have completely read this entire book and sign your name. On time: -10 points each day it is late Grammar, spelling and neatness Be sure to refer to the example book report at the back of your language books. This paper demonstrates the format and quality that I will expect to see when grading your reports. If you have any questions while writing the report, remember to come ask me! I will be happy to read your report and give you some pointers if you bring it to me several days (or more) before the deadline.

10 Long Form Book Report Rubric Name: # Final Grade: Categories Cover/ Cover page included and creative Introduction paragraph includes the title, author, type of book, setting, and number of pages. The summary is clearly written and thorough. Includes paragraph on how the reader is better or wiser after reading the book. Includes a quotation of a passage worth remembering. Passage is properly indented and formatted as shown in Language book. Includes an explanation of the best thing about the book. Written with correct grammar, spelling, and neatness. The entire book was read before the due date. (Written out and signed) Lateness results in - each day Total Earned Possible

11 Historical Fiction Google Slides Report Pick a book that is based on a historical person or event. The story should be fictional, but have a strong historical emphasis. You will need to be able to honestly tell me that you read the entire book. We will be learning how to create a Google Slides presentation in class. By the time you design this report, you should already know how to add slide backgrounds, animations, slide transitions, and pictures. Your presentation should reflect your own creative style. I am expecting careful, thorough design; but I will let you decide how you want to present your information. Design Rules: - Include one or more pictures per slide - Make each picture enter with an animation and each slide with a transition - Include 3-6 lines of information per slide with complete sentences (no more than 6) - Introduce each line of text separately with entry animations - Choose a background for each slide. You may make every slide the same, or vary the background for each slide. Content Rules: - Choose 3 main character(s) and discuss their characteristics and personalities (3 slides - 1 slide for each character) - Explain the plot of the story (1-3 slides) - Introduce the Setting/Time period (1-2 slides) - Research the historical characters/events in the book what were they famous for? (2- slides) - Tell about your favorite part of book and why you like it. (1-2 slides) - Use accurate punctuation, capitalization, spelling and grammar. Note: In order to earn an A on this report, be sure to do at least 10 slides. If you choose to do the minimum number of slides per category you will not receive an A. Presentation Rules: - Present your information to the class using your Google Slides presentation. To get full presentation points, speak with a strong voice, stand with good posture, and look up at your audience. Your final Google Slides presentation must be submitted as a digital file to our 6 th grade Google Classroom page.

12 Historical Fiction PowerPoint Rubric Requirement Design Name: # Final Grade: Earned Possible One or more pictures included per slide 3 Each picture enters with an animation and slides enter with slide transitions 3 Slides all have 3-6 lines of information 3 Each sentence of text is introduced with an animation 3 Slides all have backgrounds 3 Content 3 main characters are described with 3 slides according to the directions Plot is explained with 1-3 slides 3 Setting/time period is introduced with 1-2 slides 3 Historical content covered according to directions on 2- slides Favorite part of the book is explained on 1-2 slides Slide information is in complete sentences with accurate grammar and mechanics. (Presentation includes ten or more slides) - if this requirement is unmet Presentation Presented with strong voice, good posture, and eye contact Reading Requirement Read the entire book (tell teacher orally) Total Score 0

13 - Science Diorama Book Report Pick a book on a science topic of biology (living sciences) or earth science (geology, astronomy, planets, etc.) of at least 7 pages. After reading the entire book, start working on the following project which will be due in March. Diorama: You will create a shoebox display of something you learned in the book. Scenes from a jungle, ocean, mountains, outer space, etc. can be created using various craft supplies. Sand can be sprinkled on a glue base to create trails. A mountain can be formed from crumpled and painted craft paper. Be imaginative and creative and let us see what you are capable of! Cover the outside of your shoe box with colored or patterned paper. I should not see any part of the original shoe box. (Wrap it like a present). Cover the inside of your shoe box with a background to match the theme of your diorama. Be sure to cover the inside of the shoe box lid with paper to serve as the floor for your diorama display. Create diorama scene/display. Attach 4x6 index cards (at least 4) to the top and sides of the shoe box. If they hang off a bit, it s OK. On the cards, include interesting and explanatory information from your book about what you learned. Use complete sentences, do not skip lines, and fill the cards completely. Use cursive and black ink. Number them in the order that they should be read. Attach the completed signature card to the BACK of your project box to show that you have completely read the entire book. Your book report will be graded according to the attached sample rubric, so make sure that you watch your spelling, punctuation, neatness, and attention to detail. Your Name: Book Title: Author: Number of pages: I have completely read this entire book and completed this diorama myself:

14 Science Diorama Book Report Rubric Name: # Final Grade: Categories Earned Possible Title and signature box are completed. 10 Outside of diorama is neatly and completely covered 3 Inside of diorama is completely covered with a neat background and base. Four or more 4x6 index cards are completed according to guidelines (black ink and cursive). 3 Capitalization and spelling are accurate. Punctuation and Grammar are accurate. Content is thorough, accurate, and applicable to diorama topic. 10 Neatness (precise gluing, cutting, handwriting, etc.) Creativity (colorful, 3D elements, etc.) 4 Late points deducted: (-10 each day late) - Total 0 Comments:

15 Oral Book Report/Biography 1. You must become another character: the person the book is about, the author, or someone related in some way to the person. Make sure you speak in first person. 2. You must dress like your character. 3. You must have at least one prop not part of your costume. 4. You must speak for 2-3 minutes. Practice timing yourself to be sure you can meet the time range.. You must use 4x6 cards for your report. Card 1: Heading Card Your name Date Person the book is about Card 2: Information Card Title of the book (underlined) Author Biography or autobiography Number of pages Cards 3-: Body of report (The cards should be completely filled. You may use one extra card if needed.) Describe the person Tell about 2 incidents or events in the person's life that were important or interesting Tell why that person is famous or well-known Card 6: Signature Card Write: I have completely read this entire book and this report is my own work. Sign your name underneath the honesty statement. You will be graded on your presentation (volume, clarity, enthusiasm, etc.) as well as the content, mechanics (spelling, punctuation, grammar) and neatness of your cards.

16 Oral Book Report/Biography Rubric Name: # Final Grade: Index Cards Categories Earned Possible Heading card included with your name, date, and the person the book is about. Information card included with title underlined, author, biography or autobiography, number of pages. Body of the report includes a description of the person, 2 incidents, and why you are famous or well known. Signature card included. 1 7 Presentation Spoke in first person throughout presentation 2 Student is wearing a costume appropriate for the 2 person the book is about. Appropriate prop shown during presentation and separate from costume. 2 Time Limit met. Presentation had strong volume, clarity, enthusiasm, and the presenter did not just read the cards. Total

17 Book Report Pack Signature Page: Return this page only by September 8 th Student Name: I have completely read pages 1-3 of the book report packet. (Student Signature) I have seen the 6 th grade book report packet and carefully read pages 1-3. (Parent Signature)