Project Ideas   

   Make a poster size ad for your book, include the important elements: title, author, main characters, setting, time period, and problem in the story.

  Create a book jacket for the story complete with illustrations and blurbs.

  Write a diary of one of the characters in the story using the first person. Select parts from the beginning, middle, and end of the book.

  Write a letter to the author telling why you like the book, your favorite parts, and any suggestions for future books.|

  Write a review of the book for the Philadelphia Inquirer book section. Include what you liked and disliked about the story.

  Make a diorama to show a favorite scene from the story. Include written information on an index card to explain the important elements: title, author, main characters, setting, time period, and problem in the story.

  Make puppets and present a show based on a favorite part of the story.

  Paint a mural to show the key incidents in the story.

  Rewrite the story for students in a lower grade. Illustrate the project so it will be interesting.

 Write a letter to Ms. Flynn, the librarian, about why she should recommend the book to other students. Include the important elements: title, author, main characters, setting, time period, and problem in the story.

Book Review Index  |  How to Write a Book Report

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Germantown Academy
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Book Reviews

3rd Grade Home

Micki Vieille (ext. 466) , Cara Herold (ext. 423), Kathy Wyszomierski ext. 407),
with the assistance of Carol Siwinski, Curricular Technology Specialist