We require four book reports in the second semester of Third Grade. This information has been sent home as well.
....Bring in your book for approval so you can begin reading.
FORMAT:
Name.........................................................................Date
Reading......................................................................Gr. 3 Rm
.............................Book Report...........................................
Title:_________________________________(underline title)
Author:
Characters:
Summary:
My suggestion is to write the rough draft of your summary WHILE you read the book by reading one or two chapters, then writing a paragraph,including the main ideas,about what you read. By th time you have finished the book, you will have your summary completed! Also be sure to include a paragraph at the end about what you liked best about the book.Use a second paper whenever necessary.
Parents, please, advise your child, guide your child, assist your child...but do not write the report for him/her. They need to use their own skills in finding main ideas and summarizing. Also, encourage them to check their work carefully. You can help by reviewing their writing and pinpointing an area where a mistake may have been made...don't do it for them.
And when it comes to covers...the boys and girls can be very creative on their own. They really do not need your help in that area. Thank you in advance for allowing your child to earn his/herown grade.
COVER - Create an ATTRACTIVE cover by drawing, using the computer, or using scrapbooking or craft materials. Do NOT simply make a copy of the book's cover as your cover.
PROOFREAD your final copy for any mistakes before you turn it in. Spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors will hurt your final grade.
DUE DATES:
Book Report #1 Friday, Jan. 29th Printed in manuscript on loose leaf paper
#2 Friday, Feb. 26th Written in cursive writing on loose leaf paper
#3 Friday, March 26th Written in cursive writing on loose leaf paper
#4 Friday, Apr. 30th Typed in Computer class (rough draft ready by Apr.19)
It is our hope that the children will benefit from these book reports by improving their writing skills and formulating good organizational skills as well as responsibility.