Ready, Set, Sell!

2nd Quarter Book Report: Part I

For your 2nd Quarter book report, you were asked to read a book that you would enjoy. Now it's time to tell the world just how much you liked this book. The goal here is to "sell" the book to the class by giving it a good review that makes them want to read it, too.

The first 70 points of your book report grade will involve writing a book review. Keep in mind that a book review is not a plot summary. Here are some guidelines that will remind you of the difference between a plot summary and a book review.

PLOT SUMMARY:
1. A plot summary includes information about the events in the story.
2. A plot summary introduces the reader to the characters and their significance to the plot.
3. A plot summary reveals the setting.
4. A plot summary explains the conflict.
5. A plot summary gives away the ending.

BOOK REVIEW:
1. A book review analyzes the motivation of the author. Why did he/she write this?
2. A book review critiques the author's style.
3. A book review explains the characters' motives.
4. A book review interprets the significance of the setting.
5. A book review reveals none of the plot, but mentions the conflict.
6. A book review gives a thumbs up or a thumbs down to the book.
(Of course, since your job is to make the class want to read this book, you will most certainly be giving your book a "thumbs up.")

Your book review should between 200 - 300 words. Be sure to proofread your work before posting, as spelling and grammar do count!

Part I of this book report is due no later than November 30. Stay tuned for Part II!
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