Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Book Reviews

What is the best book you've ever read? I want to know about it! Explain why I should read your book in a convincing book review. Let's get started:

First, read some book reviews. This one is a review of the book Wonder. Here is another one of the book Maximum Ride by James Patterson. Notice the description of the book. Whether it is long or short, it does NOT give away the ending. That would be a spoiler. Don't be a spoiler!
  1. Write your book review in a word processing program and copy and paste it into the comments below.
  2. Click below on "Comments"
  3. Copy and paste your Book Review in the “Comment” section. Edit well – check your grammar, sentence structure, spelling, and capitalization. 
  4. To get credit for you book review, you need to choose "Comment as" and choose "Name/URL." You need to write in your first name and last initial and class period for "name" and leave "URL" blank.
  5. Click PREVIEW to review your book review. When satisfied
Meaningful and well-edited book reviews will be published. Those in need of polishing will be sent back for revision. This is for a grade and worth 28 points!!

Here are some guidelines for your book review. Read carefully and prepare your thoughtful book review!

1.Write at least 3-4 sentences about the plot
  • What was the story about?
  • Who were the main characters?
  • What did the main characters do in the story?
  • Did the main characters run into any problems?
  • Did the main characters have any adventures?
  • Who was your favorite character? Why?
2. Your purpose
  • Did you like the book? Should other people read it? Why?
  • What was your favorite part of the book? Give details (but don't be a spoiler!) and examples.
  • Do you have a least favorite part of the book?
  • What opinions might other readers have?
3. Recommended audience
  • Would you recommend this book?
  • Who should read this book? Be clear what kind of reader would like this book.
  • For example, "If you really don't like reading, this is the book for you" or "Any kid who likes being scared silly should read this book."
Check out the rubric here to be sure your review will get the grade you want!