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1 Book Reports {12 Different Genres} Created by 2 Peas and a Dog
2 Genre Based Book Report Instructions These genre focused monthly book reports provide students with a variety of reading, writing, oral presentations and media literacy experiences, which integrate seamlessly into any balanced literacy program. Students get to self select the book they would like to read based on their interests, reading level, and teacher guidance if required. The assignments rotate within three different templates to help students achieve mastery and make teacher planning and assessment easier. Book Report AssignmentOptions: 4 R s Retell, Relate, Reflect, Review (Writing) Choice Board (Creative) Sell This Book (Oral Presentation) At the end of the year the assignments change to include: Student Created Lesson Comparison of Traditional Literature to Fractured Fairy Tales
3 Monthly Genre Reading Themes September - Realistic Fiction (4 R s) October - Mystery Fiction (Choice Board) November - Graphic Novel (Sell This Book) December - Science Fiction (4 R's) January - Biography/Memoirs (Choice Board) February - Historical Fiction (Sell This Book) March - Classical Fiction (4 R's) April - Fantasy Fiction (Choice Board) May - Non-Fiction (Student Created Lesson) June - Traditional Literature vs. Fractured Fairy Tales (Graphic Organizer + Presentation) July - Sports Fiction (4 R's) August - Free Verse Novel (Choice Board) 12 Genre Book Report Bundle Includes: 12 assignments labelled by month 12 assignments labelled by genre Oral presentation success criteria Book report rubric Book suggestions for each genre This is a suggested outline. Feel free to switch the order of the assignments to meet your classroom needs.
4 A Quick Look At Format Teacher Instructions Same fonts Same borders Easy for teachers to locate Supply teacher ready format 4 R s Reading Assignment Same fonts Same borders Easy for students to locate Supply teacher ready format Non-Fiction Assignment Same fonts Same borders Easy for students to locate Supply teacher ready format
5 A Quick Look At Format Choice Board Reading Assignments Same fonts Same borders Easy for students to locate Supply teacher ready format Traditional Literature Versus Fractured Fairy Tales Same fonts Easy for students to locate Supply teacher ready format
6 A Quick Look At Format Sell This Book Assignments Same fonts Same borders Easy for students to locate Supply teacher ready format Assessment Tools Success criteria format used for all oral presentations Same rubric for all assignments to assist with mastery Student friendly language for student self assessment Quick for teachers to use as an assessment tool
7 Realistic Fiction Assignment Genre: A realistic fiction novel takes place in the present time period where the plot centres around realistic life issues such as divorce, school, jobs, moving, friendships and teen issues. Book Suggestions: Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli Rules by Cynthia Lord Schooled by Gordon Korman The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton The Fault in our Stars by John Green Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson Holes by Louis Sachar Format: The 4 R s Response Journal Success Criteria: Must read a realistic fiction novel Four well written paragraphs one per section Retell, Relate, Reflect, Review Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Explain your feelings about the novel s plot, characters, setting, theme and author s writing style
8 Realistic Fiction Assignment You will be writing a four paragraph reading response where you can share your ideas, connections, likes and dislikes about your novel. Retell: Write a brief summary paragraph about the chronological order of events in your novel. Only include the important plot events. Avoid retelling the whole story in explicit detail. Relate: In this paragraph you can make connections to what you have read. The connections can be text to text, text to self, text to world or text to media. e.g. In the novel the part where... reminds me of a (book, movie, current event, song) because... Reflect: Do you have any questions for the author about your novel? Has any topic been discussed in the novel you have an opinion on? Can you offer any advice to the characters? I wonder I understand I think that I pictured this differently/same I feel I imagined... when I liked/disliked Review: How did you like the author s work? Did you enjoy their writing style? Why or why not? What elements of the novel did you like or dislike? Give this book a star rating out of 10. Explain your rating of this novel.
9 Mystery Fiction Assignment Genre: A mystery novel usually involves a puzzle or problem that a character in the novel is trying to find a solution to or solve. Book Suggestions: Eye of the Crow by Shane Peacock Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Robyn Hunter Series by Norah McClintock Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs The Face on the Milk Carton by Caroline B. Cooney Kid Lawyer by John Grisham Nancy Drew Series by Carolyn Keene The Hardy Boys Series by Franklin W. Dixon Format: Choice Board Success Criteria: Must read a mystery novel Well written paragraphs Detailed illustrations or self-created graphics Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Follow all of the directions outlined in the choice board assignment
10 Mystery Fiction Assignment Complete one of the assignments below, after you have finished reading your novel. Letter To A Movie Director Write a letter to a famous movie director and explain why your novel should or should not be turned into a movie. In your letter include: three reasons, casting ideas, and set locations. Remember to start and end with a proper salutation, use formal letter format, and keep the length at1 or 2 pages. Create a Blog or Vlog A blog is an online text form of presenting thoughts and opinions. A vlog is a video blog where people share their thoughts on video instead of typing them into a blog post. Create three blog or vlog entries about your thoughts on the novel, connections you have made, and questions you have for the characters, author or readers. Create an entry at the beginning, middle and end of your novel. *Do not use your real name or location on the blog, if posting to the internet* News Story Write a newspaper article about a major event that occurred in your novel. Use proper newspaper format [headline, byline, location, answer the 5 W s + H (who, what, where, when, why and how) and proper column format]. Include a picture and a caption in the article. 2 Peas and a Dog
11 Graphic Novel Assignment Genre: Graphic novels have a specific format and layout. This novel has both graphics and short bursts of text to help the reader interpret the plot, characters, setting, theme and conflict. They are longer than a comic book, but similar in font, layout and style. Book Suggestions: Bone Series by Jeff Smith Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series by Jeff Kinney Amulet Series by Kazu Kibuishi Marvel Comics (Graphic Novel Format) Shakespeare (Graphic Novel Format) Japanese Magna novels (rated A/E for everyone) Format: Sell This Book Class Presentation Success Criteria: Must read a graphic novel Presentation must be interactive with the audience Presentation skills must be evident: clear speaking voice, logical flow to the presentation, props (i.e. book), costume Explain 3-5 reasons why your novel should or should not be read by other students with direct references to the text Explain where to acquire the novel you read (library, book store, classroom) Presentations should be 3 to 5 minutes in length
12 Graphic Novel Assignment Assignment: 1) Your assignment this month is to creatively and enthusiastically sell your novel to the class. 2) You can either persuade the class to read the novel or explain why they should spend their time reading another novel. Remember to use support from the text in your reasons. 3) As you are reading the novel write down the page numbers of interesting events or places where you enjoyed the author s writing style to help you develop your presentation. 4) Then brainstorm reasons why you would want your classmates to read or not read this novel. 5) Be creative and let your imagination assist you with this project. Presentation Ideas: Come dressed as and act like a character in the novel Come as a school librarian ready to talk to the students about his/her latest find Come as a book critic/reviewer Come as a book store sales person Act out a short scene from the novel Create a book trailer to show to the class Create a news broadcast about an event from the novel
13 Science Fiction Assignment Genre: A science fiction novel takes place in a different type of society where extreme technological, scientific or supernatural events occur. Book Suggestions: Divergent by Veronica Roth The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Delirium by Lauren Oliver Alex Rider Series by Anthony Horowitz Gone by Michael Grant City of Bones by Cassandra Clare Format: The 4 R s Response Journal Success Criteria: Must read a science fiction novel Four well written paragraphs one per section Retell, Relate, Reflect, Review Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Explain your feelings about the novel s plot, characters, setting, theme and author s writing style
14 Science Fiction Assignment You will be writing a four paragraph reading response where you can share your ideas, connections, likes and dislikes about your novel. Retell: Write a brief summary paragraph about the chronological order of events in your novel. Only include the important plot events. Avoid retelling the whole story in explicit detail. Relate: In this paragraph you can make connections to what you have read. The connections can be text to text, text to self, text to world or text to media. e.g. In the novel the part where... reminds me of a (book, movie, current event, song) because... Reflect: Do you have any questions for the author about your novel? Has any topic been discussed in the novel you have an opinion on? Can you offer any advice to the characters? I wonder I understand I think that I pictured this differently/same I feel I imagined... when I liked/disliked Review: How did you like the author s work? Did you enjoy their writing style? Why or why not? What elements of the novel did you like or dislike? Give this book a star rating out of 10. Explain your rating of this novel.
15 Biography, Memoirs, Autobiography Assignment Genre: A biography tells the detailed story of someone s life written by an author who has spent time interviewing and/or researching the person they are writing about. A memoir or autobiography is usually written by the person who is the subject of the book. Book Suggestions: Think of a person who inspires you to try your best. This could be a famous athlete, politician, activist, or musician. Search up your person online to see if someone has written a book about them. For inspiration check out People Suggestions: Martin Luther King Jr., Jackie Robinson, Barack Obama, Albert Einstein, Nelson Mandela, Mother Teresa, Michael J Fox, Frederick Banting, Helen Keller. Format: Choice Board Success Criteria: Must read a biography, memoir or autobiography Well written paragraphs Detailed illustrations or self-created graphics Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Follow all of the directions outlined in the choice board assignment
16 Biography, Memoirs, Autobiography Assignment Create one of the assignments below, after you have finished reading your novel. Design a Video Game Manual Design a video game that reflects the life of the person you read about. Create an illustrated instruction manual that explains to players how to: use the equipment, the story line behind the game, and the challenges they will face (based on examples from the book) as they progress through the game. Explain, in a paragraph, how your game reflects the true events in your person s life. Life Map Illustration Create an illustrated life map reflecting the major events in your person s life (birth, marriages, children, accomplishments, career changes/decisions). Provide a small illustration for each event, and a brief explanation of why this event was important to their life. Mini Comic Book Pick a major event from the life of your person. Create a mini comic book illustrating this event using proper event sequencing, and character dialogue. Explain why you chose this event, and how it was important to the life of your person.
17 Historical Fiction Assignment Genre: Historical fiction is a type of fiction where the setting takes place in the past and the characters, events and story details reflect the time period of the novel. It is not fiction written in a specific time period. Book Suggestions: Number the Stars by Lois Lowry The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne The Watsons go to Birmingham by Christopher Paul Curtis The Book Thief by Markus Zusak Underground to Canada by Barbara Smucker The Bully Boys by Eric Walters Al Capone Does My Shorts by Gennifer Choldenko The Wednesday Wars by Gary D. Schmidt Format: Sell This Book Class Presentation Success Criteria: Must read a historical fiction novel Presentation must be interactive with the audience Presentation skills must be evident: clear speaking voice, logical flow to the presentation, props (i.e. book), costume Explain 3-5 reasons why your novel should or should not be read by other students with direct references to the text Explain where to acquire the novel you read (library, book store, classroom) Presentations should be 3 to 5 minutes in length
18 Historical Fiction Assignment Assignment: 1) Your assignment this month is to creatively and enthusiastically sell your novel to the class. 2) You can either persuade the class to read the novel or explain why they should spend their time reading another novel. Remember to use support from the text in your reasons. 3) As you are reading the novel write down the page numbers of interesting events or places where you enjoyed the author s writing style to help you develop your presentation. 4) Then brainstorm reasons why you would want your classmates to read or not read this novel. 5) Be creative and let your imagination assist you with this project. Presentation Ideas: Come dressed as and act like a character in the novel Come as a school librarian ready to talk to the students about his/her latest find Come as a book critic/reviewer Come as a book store sales person Act out a short scene from the novel Create a book trailer to show to the class Create a news broadcast about an event from the novel
19 Classical Fiction Assignment Genre: A classical fiction novel needs to have been published prior to1960. It may have been written in an older English format with words that are no longer used. These stories are often referenced in pop culture through TV, movies, books, and music. Book Suggestions: Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery Little Women by Louisa May Alcott Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle Swiss Family Robinson by Johann David Wyss Format: The 4 R s Response Journal Success Criteria: Must read a classical fiction novel Four well written paragraphs one per section Retell, Relate, Reflect, Review Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Explain your feelings about the novel s plot, characters, setting, theme and author s writing style
20 Classical Fiction Assignment You will be writing a four paragraph reading response where you can share your ideas, connections, likes and dislikes about the novel you read. Retell: Write a brief summary paragraph about the chronological order of events in your novel. Only include the important plot events. Avoid retelling the whole story in explicit detail. Relate: In this paragraph you can make connections to what you have read. The connections can be text to text, text to self, text to world or text to media. e.g. In the novel the part where... reminds me of a (book, movie, current event, song) because... Reflect: Do you have any questions for the author about your novel? Has any topic been discussed in the novel you have an opinion on? Can you offer any advice to the characters? I wonder I understand I think that I pictured this differently/same I feel I imagined... when I liked/disliked Review: How did you like the author s work? Did you enjoy their writing style? Why or why not? What elements of the novel did you like or dislike? Give this book a star rating out of 10. Explain your rating of this novel.
21 Fantasy Fiction Assignment Genre: Fantasy fiction usually involves a storyline that includes magical forces and supernatural characters such as: elves, angels, demons, monsters, dragons, witches, wizards, vampires. Book Suggestions: Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick Eragon by Christopher Paolini I Am Number Four by Pittacus Lore City of Bones by Cassandra Clare The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien Format: Choice Board Success Criteria: Must read a fantasy fiction novel Well written paragraphs Neat and organized graphics Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Follow the directions outlined in the choice board assignment write up
22 Fantasy Fiction Assignment Select one of the assignments below to complete. Pinterest Board Create an online Pinterest board or a paper Pinterest board to represent the main character s interests and feelings from your novel. Your Pinterest board must have three different vision boards with five items on each board. Explain under each pin why this item was chosen, and how it represents the main character. Use support from the novel and reference page numbers to add depth to your answers. Social Media Profile Create a fake social media profile for the main character s thoughts, feelings and actions via status updates and photographs. Your character s profile should include seven to ten different status updates describing main events from the character s point of view. Also include a hand drawn or computer generated photo of your character. Use support from the novel and reference page numbers to add depth to your answers. Classified Advertisements Search your local newspaper s classified section or online classifieds website to find ten different advertisements that the main character from your novel would need or want to purchase. Print or cut out these advertisements, and explain in detail, why your character would purchase these items. Support your choices by finding proof from the text and reference page numbers.
23 Non-Fiction Assignment Genre: Non-fiction books contain true information. It is based on facts, data and research. It does not contain fictional characters or imaginary places. Book Suggestions: Choose a book on a topic of interest to you. Select a book to read that meets the following criteria: Is the information in the text suitable to your age and grade? Does the topic interest you? Why? Read the first page: Are there more than five words you do not understand? Are you committed to using the glossary or a dictionary to learn about these words? Is the length of the book too big or too small? Is this a topic already covered during one of your class lessons? Would other students be interested in learning about this topic? Format: Student Created Lesson Success Criteria: Must read a non-fiction book Be original! Try to find a topic that no one else is covering Presentation must be interactive Presentation Skills must be evident: clear speaking voice, logical flow to the presentation, props, costume Presentations are to be 3 to 5 minutes in length
24 Non-Fiction Assignment Assignment: You are now the teacher! 1) After you have read your non-fiction book you are to design a mini lesson based on a new concept you learned in your reading. 2) How you teach your lesson is up to you. 3) Follow the process below to ensure success. Step 1: Read your book and sticky note and/or jot down on paper interesting information. Step 2: Review your notes and select one topic to share with the class. Step 3: Create a mini lesson to share your new found knowledge. Your lesson must have the following three sections: Hook (introduction/warm up) to engage the class and get their attention focused on you Body (the main focus) information sharing part of your lesson Class Follow Up (check for learning) e.g. quiz, game, puzzle, worksheet, fill in the blanks sheet Presentation Suggestions: Game Show, Slideshow Presentation, Jigsaw Groups
25 Lesson Organizer Lesson Topic or Idea What is your hook?
26 What is the body of your lesson? How will you check what the class learned?
27 Traditional Literature vs. Fractured Fairy Tales Genre Details: Traditional Literature includes the categories of tall tales, fairy tales, fables, myths, folktales and legends. These stories have been shared via oral story telling or written word through various historical times. Examples: Cinderella by Charles Perrault, Little Red Riding Hood by Charles Perrault, The North Wind and the Sun by Aesop, The Princess and the Pea by Hans Christian Andersen. Fractured Fairy Tales use the familiar story of a well known piece of traditional literature or fairy tale, but slight changes are made to create a new storyline. This either parodies the original literature or tells a new story with a social or moral message. Book Examples: The True Story of the Three Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka, The Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig by Eugene Trivizas, Honestly, Red Riding Hood Was Rotten!: The Story of Little Red Riding Hood as Told by the Wolf (Other Side of the Story) by Trisha Speed Shaskan.
28 Traditional Literature vs. Fractured Fairy Tales Book Suggestions: Cinderella by Charles Perrault versus The Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munch Three Little Pigs by Grimms' Fairy Tales versus The True Story of the Three Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka The Princess and the Pea by Hans Christian Andersen versus The Princess and the Packet of Frozen Peas by Tony Wilson Format: Venn Diagram Graphic Organizer & Class Presentation Success Criteria: Must read a fractured fairy tale and a piece of traditional literature that relate to each other Presentation must be interactive (i.e. game, quiz, scene from your novel skit) Presentation skills must be evident: clear speaking voice, logical flow to the presentation, props, costume Create a large venn diagram for classroom display Presentations should be between 3 to 5 minutes in length
29 Traditional Literature vs. Fractured Fairy Tales Assignment: 1) Your assignment this month is to share your comparison of the two books you read in an engaging presentation to the class. 2) Display your large venn diagram to the class as you present the similarities and differences between your two stories. 3) Share your opinion at the end of your presentation as to which version of the fairy tale you enjoyed more the original or the fractured version. Presentation Example: Introduction: Present a skit of a scene from either book and ask the class to guess the title of your presentation. Middle: Draw a large venn diagram on the white board and as you explain the similarities and differences, have a new person from the audience put up cue card sized summary of what you just explained. End: Explain your opinion on which book you preferred traditional literature or fractured fairy tale.
30 Traditional Literature vs. Fractured Fairy Tales Similarities
31 Sports Fiction Assignment Genre: A sports fiction novel is a sub-genre of realistic fiction. It is usually set in the present, with a focus on the main character playing or wanting to play a sport. A variety of sports are covered by different authors. Book Suggestions: Pop by Gordon Korman Summer Ball by Mike Lupica Hoops by Walter Dean Myers Fifteen Love by Nicole Leigh Shepherd Crackback by John Coy PrettyTOUGH Series by Nicole Leigh Shepherd Peak by Roland Smith Format: The 4 R s Response Journal Success Criteria: Must read a Sports Fiction novel Four well written paragraphs one per section Retell, Relate, Reflect, Review Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Explain your feelings about the novel s plot, characters, setting, theme and author s writing style
32 Sports Fiction Assignment You will be writing a four paragraph reading response where you can share your ideas, connections, likes and dislikes about your novel. Retell: Write a brief summary paragraph about the chronological order of events in your novel. Only include the important plot events. Avoid retelling the whole story in explicit detail. Relate: In this paragraph you can make connections to what you have read. The connections can be text to text, text to self, text to world or text to media. e.g. In the novel the part where... reminds me of a (book, movie, current event, song) because... Reflect: Do you have any questions for the author about your novel? Has any topic been discussed in the novel you have an opinion on? Can you offer any advice to the characters? I wonder I understand I think that I pictured this differently/same I feel I imagined... when I liked/disliked Review: How did you like the author s work? Did you enjoy their writing style? Why or why not? What elements of the novel did you like or dislike? Give this book a star rating out of 10. Explain your rating of this novel.
33 Free Verse Fiction Assignment Genre: Free verse novels are novels written in the specific poetic form of free verse. They do not have a specific rhyme or meter. Book Suggestions: Love That Dog by Sharon Creech Hate That Cat by Sharon Creech Zorgamazoo by Robert Paul Weston Out of the Dust by Karen Hesse Shark Girl by Kelly Bingham Street Love by Walter D Myers Format: Choice Board Success Criteria: Must read a free verse novel Well written paragraphs Neat and organized graphics Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Follow the directions outlined in the choice board assignment write up
34 Free Verse Fiction Assignment Select one of the assignments below to complete. Novel to Song Comparison Find a song that relates to one of the following: plot, theme, setting, conflict, or characters from your novel. In one to three paragraphs, using proper paragraph form, compare and contrast the song to your book. Explain how your chosen song is related to the: plot, theme, setting, conflict, or characters. Creative Writing Write a song, rap or spoken word poem about the plot, theme or conflict in your novel. It must have a minimum of three verses. You will present your creative piece to the class. Explain in one to three paragraphs, how your chosen creative piece is related to the: plot, theme or conflict in your novel. Music Composition Using an instrument or computer program compose a piece of music that would represent an important part of the novel. Imagine that this music piece would be playing in the background as someone is reading the novel. Explain in one to three paragraphs, how your music piece is related to event in the novel. Website Selection Find 10 to15 websites that a character from your novel would visit. Include a 2 to 3 sentence write up for each site explaining why your character would need to visit the website. Remember to use school appropriate web sites only.
35 Book Report Rubric Student Name: Assessment Criteria Reading Knowledge and understanding of material read Writing Grammar Punctuation Sentence variety Writing Flow Oral/Visual Creativity of final product Presentation of work Level 4 Grade A-/A/A+ Extensive knowledge and understanding of plot, setting, characters, theme, conflict No grammar, punctuation or sentence structure mistakes (less than 2) Writing flows and has sophisticated descriptions and use of vocabulary Product shows a large amount of original thought Ideas are creative and inventive High degree of planning evident Level 3 Grade B-/B/B+ Considerable knowledge and understanding of plot, setting, characters, theme, conflict Few grammar, punctuation or sentence structure mistakes (2-3) Writing flows and is easy to read Product shows original thought Ideas are creative Planning and rehearsal are evident Level 2 Grade C-/C/C+ Some knowledge and understanding of plot, setting, characters, theme, conflict Some grammar, punctuation or sentence structure mistakes (3-4) Writing has some flow, needs more development of writing Product shows some original thought Some creativity Some planning and/or rehearsal evident Level 1 Grade D-/D/D+ Limited knowledge and understanding of plot, setting, characters, theme, conflict Several grammar, punctuation or sentence structure mistakes (5 or more) Writing does not flow, very choppy and hard to read Product shows limited creativity and original thought No evidence of planning and/or rehearsal Comments: Well rehearsed
36 Oral Presentation Success Criteria Level 4 Level 3 criteria fulfilled Clear understanding of the topic Props Memorization of content (infrequently glancing at notes) Audience interest and attention Audience participation Level 3 Clear and loud voice Interest and enthusiasm Eye Contact look at your audience Formal body language (no slouching or fidgeting) Be prepared Knowledge of content Level 2 Quiet voice Presentation not prepared Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or eye contact Minimal content knowledge Additional teacher support required to achieve success
37 September Reading Assignment Genre: A realistic fiction novel takes place in the present time period where the plot centres around realistic life issues such as divorce, school, jobs, moving, friendships and teen issues. Book Suggestions: Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli Rules by Cynthia Lord Schooled by Gordon Korman The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton The Fault in our Stars by John Green Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson Holes by Louis Sachar Format: The 4 R s Response Journal Success Criteria: Must read a realistic fiction novel Four well written paragraphs one per section Retell, Relate, Reflect, Review Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Explain your feelings about the novel s plot, characters, setting, theme and author s writing style
38 September Reading Assignment You will be writing a four paragraph reading response where you can share your ideas, connections, likes and dislikes about your novel. Retell: Write a brief summary paragraph about the chronological order of events in your novel. Only include the important plot events. Avoid retelling the whole story in explicit detail. Relate: In this paragraph you can make connections to what you have read. The connections can be text to text, text to self, text to world or text to media. e.g. In the novel the part where... reminds me of a (book, movie, current event, song) because... Reflect: Do you have any questions for the author about your novel? Has any topic been discussed in the novel you have an opinion on? Can you offer any advice to the characters? I wonder I understand I think that I pictured this differently/same I feel I imagined... when I liked/disliked Review: How did you like the author s work? Did you enjoy their writing style? Why or why not? What elements of the novel did you like or dislike? Give this book a star rating out of 10. Explain your rating of this novel.
39 October Reading Assignment Genre: A mystery novel usually involves a puzzle or problem that a character in the novel is trying to find a solution to or solve. Book Suggestions: Eye of the Crow by Shane Peacock Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Robyn Hunter Series by Norah McClintock Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs The Face on the Milk Carton by Caroline B. Cooney Kid Lawyer by John Grisham Nancy Drew Series by Carolyn Keene The Hardy Boys Series by Franklin W. Dixon Format: Choice Board Success Criteria: Must read a mystery novel Well written paragraphs Detailed illustrations or self-created graphics Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Follow all of the directions outlined in the choice board assignment
40 October Reading Assignment Complete one of the assignments below, after you have finished reading your novel. Letter To A Movie Director Write a letter to a famous movie director and explain why your novel should or should not be turned into a movie. In your letter include: three reasons, casting ideas, and set locations. Remember to start and end with a proper salutation, use formal letter format, and keep the length at1 or 2 pages. Create a Blog or Vlog A blog is an online text form of presenting thoughts and opinions. A vlog is a video blog where people share their thoughts on video instead of typing them into a blog post. Create three blog or vlog entries about your thoughts on the novel, connections you have made, and questions you have for the characters, author or readers. Create an entry at the beginning, middle and end of your novel. *Do not use your real name or location on the blog, if posting to the internet* News Story Write a newspaper article about a major event that occurred in your novel. Use proper newspaper format [headline, byline, location, answer the 5 W s + H (who, what, where, when, why and how) and proper column format]. Include a picture and a caption in the article. 2 Peas and a Dog
41 November Reading Assignment Genre: Graphic novels have a specific format and layout. This novel has both graphics and short bursts of text to help the reader interpret the plot, characters, setting, theme and conflict. They are longer than a comic book, but similar in font, layout and style. Book Suggestions: Bone Series by Jeff Smith Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series by Jeff Kinney Amulet Series by Kazu Kibuishi Marvel Comics (Graphic Novel Format) Shakespeare (Graphic Novel Format) Japanese Magna novels (rated A/E for everyone) Format: Sell This Book Class Presentation Success Criteria: Must read a graphic novel Presentation must be interactive with the audience Presentation skills must be evident: clear speaking voice, logical flow to the presentation, props (i.e. book), costume Explain 3-5 reasons why your novel should or should not be read by other students with direct references to the text Explain where to acquire the novel you read (library, book store, classroom) Presentations should be 3 to 5 minutes in length
42 November Reading Assignment Assignment: 1) Your assignment this month is to creatively and enthusiastically sell your novel to the class. 2) You can either persuade the class to read the novel or explain why they should spend their time reading another novel. Remember to use support from the text in your reasons. 3) As you are reading the novel write down the page numbers of interesting events or places where you enjoyed the author s writing style to help you develop your presentation. 4) Then brainstorm reasons why you would want your classmates to read or not read this novel. 5) Be creative and let your imagination assist you with this project. Presentation Ideas: Come dressed as and act like a character in the novel Come as a school librarian ready to talk to the students about his/her latest find Come as a book critic/reviewer Come as a book store sales person Act out a short scene from the novel Create a book trailer to show to the class Create a news broadcast about an event from the novel
43 December Reading Assignment Genre: A science fiction novel takes place in a different type of society where extreme technological, scientific or supernatural events occur. Book Suggestions: Divergent by Veronica Roth The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Delirium by Lauren Oliver Alex Rider Series by Anthony Horowitz Gone by Michael Grant City of Bones by Cassandra Clare Format: The 4 R s Response Journal Success Criteria: Must read a science fiction novel Four well written paragraphs one per section Retell, Relate, Reflect, Review Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Explain your feelings about the novel s plot, characters, setting, theme and author s writing style
44 December Reading Assignment You will be writing a four paragraph reading response where you can share your ideas, connections, likes and dislikes about your novel. Retell: Write a brief summary paragraph about the chronological order of events in your novel. Only include the important plot events. Avoid retelling the whole story in explicit detail. Relate: In this paragraph you can make connections to what you have read. The connections can be text to text, text to self, text to world or text to media. e.g. In the novel the part where... reminds me of a (book, movie, current event, song) because... Reflect: Do you have any questions for the author about your novel? Has any topic been discussed in the novel you have an opinion on? Can you offer any advice to the characters? I wonder I understand I think that I pictured this differently/same I feel I imagined... when I liked/disliked Review: How did you like the author s work? Did you enjoy their writing style? Why or why not? What elements of the novel did you like or dislike? Give this book a star rating out of 10. Explain your rating of this novel.
45 January Reading Assignment Genre: A biography tells the detailed story of someone s life written by an author who has spent time interviewing and/or researching the person they are writing about. A memoir or autobiography is usually written by the person who is the subject of the book. Book Suggestions: Think of a person who inspires you to try your best. This could be a famous athlete, politician, activist, or musician. Search up your person online to see if someone has written a book about them. For inspiration check out People Suggestions: Martin Luther King Jr., Jackie Robinson, Barack Obama, Albert Einstein, Nelson Mandela, Mother Teresa, Michael J Fox, Frederick Banting, Helen Keller. Format: Choice Board Success Criteria: Must read a biography, memoir or autobiography Well written paragraphs Detailed illustrations or self-created graphics Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Follow all of the directions outlined in the choice board assignment
46 January Reading Assignment Create one of the assignments below, after you have finished reading your novel. Design a Video Game Manual Design a video game that reflects the life of the person you read about. Create an illustrated instruction manual that explains to players how to: use the equipment, the story line behind the game, and the challenges they will face (based on examples from the book) as they progress through the game. Explain, in a paragraph, how your game reflects the true events in your person s life. Life Map Illustration Create an illustrated life map reflecting the major events in your person s life (birth, marriages, children, accomplishments, career changes/decisions). Provide a small illustration for each event, and a brief explanation of why this event was important to their life. Mini Comic Book Pick a major event from the life of your person. Create a mini comic book illustrating this event using proper event sequencing, and character dialogue. Explain why you chose this event, and how it was important to the life of your person.
47 February Reading Assignment Genre: Historical fiction is a type of fiction where the setting takes place in the past and the characters, events and story details reflect the time period of the novel. It is not fiction written in a specific time period. Book Suggestions: Number the Stars by Lois Lowry The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne The Watsons go to Birmingham by Christopher Paul Curtis The Book Thief by Markus Zusak Underground to Canada by Barbara Smucker The Bully Boys by Eric Walters Al Capone Does My Shorts by Gennifer Choldenko The Wednesday Wars by Gary D. Schmidt Format: Sell This Book Class Presentation Success Criteria: Must read a historical fiction novel Presentation must be interactive with the audience Presentation skills must be evident: clear speaking voice, logical flow to the presentation, props (i.e. book), costume Explain 3-5 reasons why your novel should or should not be read by other students with direct references to the text Explain where to acquire the novel you read (library, book store, classroom) Presentations should be 3 to 5 minutes in length
48 February Reading Assignment Assignment: 1) Your assignment this month is to creatively and enthusiastically sell your novel to the class. 2) You can either persuade the class to read the novel or explain why they should spend their time reading another novel. Remember to use support from the text in your reasons. 3) As you are reading the novel write down the page numbers of interesting events or places where you enjoyed the author s writing style to help you develop your presentation. 4) Then brainstorm reasons why you would want your classmates to read or not read this novel. 5) Be creative and let your imagination assist you with this project. Presentation Ideas: Come dressed as and act like a character in the novel Come as a school librarian ready to talk to the students about his/her latest find Come as a book critic/reviewer Come as a book store sales person Act out a short scene from the novel Create a book trailer to show to the class Create a news broadcast about an event from the novel
49 March Reading Assignment Genre: A classical fiction novel needs to have been published prior to1960. It may have been written in an older English format with words that are no longer used. These stories are often referenced in pop culture through TV, movies, books, and music. Book Suggestions: Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery Little Women by Louisa May Alcott Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle Swiss Family Robinson by Johann David Wyss Format: The 4 R s Response Journal Success Criteria: Must read a classical fiction novel Four well written paragraphs one per section Retell, Relate, Reflect, Review Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Explain your feelings about the novel s plot, characters, setting, theme and author s writing style
50 March Reading Assignment You will be writing a four paragraph reading response where you can share your ideas, connections, likes and dislikes about the novel you read. Retell: Write a brief summary paragraph about the chronological order of events in your novel. Only include the important plot events. Avoid retelling the whole story in explicit detail. Relate: In this paragraph you can make connections to what you have read. The connections can be text to text, text to self, text to world or text to media. e.g. In the novel the part where... reminds me of a (book, movie, current event, song) because... Reflect: Do you have any questions for the author about your novel? Has any topic been discussed in the novel you have an opinion on? Can you offer any advice to the characters? I wonder I understand I think that I pictured this differently/same I feel I imagined... when I liked/disliked Review: How did you like the author s work? Did you enjoy their writing style? Why or why not? What elements of the novel did you like or dislike? Give this book a star rating out of 10. Explain your rating of this novel.
51 April Reading Assignment Genre: Fantasy fiction usually involves a storyline that includes magical forces and supernatural characters such as: elves, angels, demons, monsters, dragons, witches, wizards, vampires. Book Suggestions: Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick Eragon by Christopher Paolini I Am Number Four by Pittacus Lore City of Bones by Cassandra Clare The Summoning by Kelley Armstrong The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien Format: Choice Board Success Criteria: Must read a fantasy fiction novel Well written paragraphs Neat and organized graphics Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Follow the directions outlined in the choice board assignment write up
52 April Reading Assignment Select one of the assignments below to complete. Pinterest Board Create an online Pinterest board or a paper Pinterest board to represent the main character s interests and feelings from your novel. Your Pinterest board must have three different vision boards with five items on each board. Explain under each pin why this item was chosen, and how it represents the main character. Use support from the novel and reference page numbers to add depth to your answers. Social Media Profile Create a fake social media profile for the main character s thoughts, feelings and actions via status updates and photographs. Your character s profile should include seven to ten different status updates describing main events from the character s point of view. Also include a hand drawn or computer generated photo of your character. Use support from the novel and reference page numbers to add depth to your answers. Classified Advertisements Search your local newspaper s classified section or online classifieds website to find ten different advertisements that the main character from your novel would need or want to purchase. Print or cut out these advertisements, and explain in detail, why your character would purchase these items. Support your choices by finding proof from the text and reference page numbers.
53 May Reading Assignment Genre: Non-fiction books contain true information. It is based on facts, data and research. It does not contain fictional characters or imaginary places. Book Suggestions: Choose a book on a topic of interest to you. Select a book to read that meets the following criteria: Is the information in the text suitable to your age and grade? Does the topic interest you? Why? Read the first page: Are there more than five words you do not understand? Are you committed to using the glossary or a dictionary to learn about these words? Is the length of the book too big or too small? Is this a topic already covered during one of your class lessons? Would other students be interested in learning about this topic? Format: Student Created Lesson Success Criteria: Must read a non-fiction book Be original! Try to find a topic that no one else is covering Presentation must be interactive Presentation Skills must be evident: clear speaking voice, logical flow to the presentation, props, costume Presentations are to be 3 to 5 minutes in length
54 May Reading Assignment Assignment: You are now the teacher! 1) After you have read your non-fiction book you are to design a mini lesson based on a new concept you learned in your reading. 2) How you teach your lesson is up to you. 3) Follow the process below to ensure success. Step 1: Read your book and sticky note and/or jot down on paper interesting information. Step 2: Review your notes and select one topic to share with the class. Step 3: Create a mini lesson to share your new found knowledge. Your lesson must have the following three sections: Hook (introduction/warm up) to engage the class and get their attention focused on you Body (the main focus) information sharing part of your lesson Class Follow Up (check for learning) e.g. quiz, game, puzzle, worksheet, fill in the blanks sheet Presentation Suggestions: Game Show, Slideshow Presentation, Jigsaw Groups
55 June Reading Assignment Genre Details: Traditional Literature includes the categories of tall tales, fairy tales, fables, myths, folktales and legends. These stories have been shared via oral story telling or written word through various historical times. Examples: Cinderella by Charles Perrault, Little Red Riding Hood by Charles Perrault, The North Wind and the Sun by Aesop, The Princess and the Pea by Hans Christian Andersen. Fractured Fairy Tales use the familiar story of a well known piece of traditional literature or fairy tale, but slight changes are made to create a new storyline. This either parodies the original literature or tells a new story with a social or moral message. Book Examples: The True Story of the Three Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka, The Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig by Eugene Trivizas, Honestly, Red Riding Hood Was Rotten!: The Story of Little Red Riding Hood as Told by the Wolf (Other Side of the Story) by Trisha Speed Shaskan.
56 June Reading Assignment Book Suggestions: Cinderella by Charles Perrault versus The Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munch Three Little Pigs by Grimms' Fairy Tales versus The True Story of the Three Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka The Princess and the Pea by Hans Christian Andersen versus The Princess and the Packet of Frozen Peas by Tony Wilson Format: Venn Diagram Graphic Organizer & Class Presentation Success Criteria: Must read a fractured fairy tale and a piece of traditional literature that relate to each other Presentation must be interactive (i.e. game, quiz, scene from your novel skit) Presentation skills must be evident: clear speaking voice, logical flow to the presentation, props, costume Create a large venn diagram for classroom display Presentations should be between 3 to 5 minutes in length
57 June Reading Assignment Assignment: 1) Your assignment this month is to share your comparison of the two books you read in an engaging presentation to the class. 2) Display your large venn diagram to the class as you present the similarities and differences between your two stories. 3) Share your opinion at the end of your presentation as to which version of the fairy tale you enjoyed more the original or the fractured version. Presentation Example: Introduction: Present a skit of a scene from either book and ask the class to guess the title of your presentation. Middle: Draw a large venn diagram on the white board and as you explain the similarities and differences, have a new person from the audience put up cue card sized summary of what you just explained. End: Explain your opinion on which book you preferred traditional literature or fractured fairy tale.
58 July Reading Assignment Genre: A sports fiction novel is a sub-genre of realistic fiction. It is usually set in the present, with a focus on the main character playing or wanting to play a sport. A variety of sports are covered by different authors. Book Suggestions: Pop by Gordon Korman Summer Ball by Mike Lupica Hoops by Walter Dean Myers Fifteen Love by Nicole Leigh Shepherd Crackback by John Coy PrettyTOUGH Series by Nicole Leigh Shepherd Peak by Roland Smith Format: The 4 R s Response Journal Success Criteria: Must read a Sports Fiction novel Four well written paragraphs one per section Retell, Relate, Reflect, Review Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Explain your feelings about the novel s plot, characters, setting, theme and author s writing style
59 July Reading Assignment You will be writing a four paragraph reading response where you can share your ideas, connections, likes and dislikes about your novel. Retell: Write a brief summary paragraph about the chronological order of events in your novel. Only include the important plot events. Avoid retelling the whole story in explicit detail. Relate: In this paragraph you can make connections to what you have read. The connections can be text to text, text to self, text to world or text to media. e.g. In the novel the part where... reminds me of a (book, movie, current event, song) because... Reflect: Do you have any questions for the author about your novel? Has any topic been discussed in the novel you have an opinion on? Can you offer any advice to the characters? I wonder I understand I think that I pictured this differently/same I feel I imagined... when I liked/disliked Review: How did you like the author s work? Did you enjoy their writing style? Why or why not? What elements of the novel did you like or dislike? Give this book a star rating out of 10. Explain your rating of this novel.
60 August Reading Assignment Genre: Free verse novels are novels written in the specific poetic form of free verse. They do not have a specific rhyme or meter. Book Suggestions: Love That Dog by Sharon Creech Hate That Cat by Sharon Creech Zorgamazoo by Robert Paul Weston Out of the Dust by Karen Hesse Shark Girl by Kelly Bingham Street Love by Walter D Myers Format: Choice Board Success Criteria: Must read a free verse novel Well written paragraphs Neat and organized graphics Correct spelling, punctuation, grammar Proof from the text (examples, page numbers) Follow the directions outlined in the choice board assignment write up
61 August Reading Assignment Select one of the assignments below to complete. Novel to Song Comparison Find a song that relates to one of the following: plot, theme, setting, conflict, or characters from your novel. In one to three paragraphs, using proper paragraph form, compare and contrast the song to your book. Explain how your chosen song is related to the: plot, theme, setting, conflict, or characters. Creative Writing Write a song, rap or spoken word poem about the plot, theme or conflict in your novel. It must have a minimum of three verses. You will present your creative piece to the class. Explain in one to three paragraphs, how your chosen creative piece is related to the: plot, theme or conflict in your novel. Music Composition Using an instrument or computer program compose a piece of music that would represent an important part of the novel. Imagine that this music piece would be playing in the background as someone is reading the novel. Explain in one to three paragraphs, how your music piece is related to event in the novel. Website Selection Find 10 to15 websites that a character from your novel would visit. Include a 2 to 3 sentence write up for each site explaining why your character would need to visit the website. Remember to use school appropriate web sites only.
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