Book Report Information

 Hanging Mobile - 1st Quarter 

A. On a sheet of paper, brainstorm a list of the most important

        (1.) characters in your book,

        (2.) the settings, and

        (3.) any special objects that were part of the story.

  For instance, in "Charlotte's Web", Fern, Wilbur, and Charlotte are important

  characters. The Arable's barn and the County Fair are settings. Objects that are  

  important are Wilbur's crate and the words Charlotte writes.

B. After listing all the possible characters, settings, and objects you can think of, decide

    which ones best represent your book. Choose 5-7 to illustrate, drawing both the front

    and back views. Your items should be colored on both sides. Make them medium  

    size, not too small and not too large... just right.

C. Hang the items from pieces of yarn or string on a hanger.

D. Add a card with the book title, author and your name. You can put this near the top of

    the hanger. It should not hang by a string.

E. Once you have tied the pieces to the mobile and have each piece balanced, place a 

    drop of glue on the string so it doesn't slip on the hanger.

F. Carry your mobile to school in a trash bag or other large bag. Paper clip the card

    parts together so they don't tangle. We will hang it when you get to class.

G. Be prepared to give an oral summary of the book. Be familiar with the characters,

    setting, problem and solution.

Diorama Book Report - 2nd Quarter 

Materials:

-          shoe box

-          construction paper or card stock

-          crayon, colored pencil, markers

-          scissors and glue

-          any other craft and art supplies that you may need to complete project

Instructions:

1.)  Read your book – if you read something inspiring or important in the book stop and make a note of it and its page number.

2.)  Design and important scene from the book inside of a shoebox – this should be a three dimensional diorama.

3.)  Label the top of the box with:

              - your name

              - the title of the book

              - the author’s name

Written Report:

         Your written report must be at least 3 paragraphs long and should include one paragraph for each of the following:

                1.) The setting and Important Characters

2.)  Story Plot (don’t give away the ending!)

3.)  What you thought about the book (favorite part, would you recommend it to a friend, who would enjoy it, etc) 

BOOK JACKET - 3rd Quarter

   A. For this project use a 12' X 18" piece of construction paper.
   B. Fold the paper in half. Then fold each end of the paper in 3 1/2 inches to make the inside
       flaps of the book jacket.
   C. On the front cover, write the title and the author of your book. Draw and color a picture that is
        appropriate for your book. Book Jacket by: _______________
   D. On the front inside flap, write a summary of the story in your own words. Include what kind of
        book this is, who the main characters are, the setting, and the main events of the story.
   E. On the back inside flap, write a short paragraph about the author. You should include where the
       author lives, the author's interests, and other good books written by this author.
   F. On the back cover, write a short blurb that will catch a reader's attention.
   G. Be prepared to give an oral summary of the book. Be familiar with the characters, setting,
       problem and solution.


 Biography Book Report - 4th Quarter

Instructions for your presentation (about 2 minutes in time):

1.)  Read your book – if you read something inspiring or important in the book stop and make a note of it and its page number.

2.)  Put your fact on to note cards so that you have something to look off during your class presentation. Remember you are going to be that person, so you will use the word I.

                Facts: birth and death year, where they grew up, some life history,

                           and what they did to make them so famous.

3.)  On April 21^st, you are to come to class prepared with clothes and notes. You are to dress up as that person would when they were alive, you may also bring props to help you throughout your presentation. Try and keep your presentation to 2 minutes.

4.)  After all the presentation, we are going to have a wax museum in the hall way (or lunch room) for everyone to come see. (I will get back with you on the time.) We would love to each one of you parents to come and see us!

Written Report:

         Your written report must be at least 3 paragraphs long and should include one paragraph for each of the following:

            1.)  Personal Information
                           - Birth date and birthplace
                           - Family life
                           - Education
                           - Occupation(s)

                           - Death date and location  

            2.)  Accomplishments
                    - What did the person accomplish that makes him/her memorable?
                    - What contribution did they make to society?

            3.) Conclusion
                   - Why did you choose to do your report on this person?

****Bibliography - Cite your sources. (books, websites, encyclopedia)

                      -Remember to put this at the bottom of your paper or on another

                        sheet.