__________________________________ To be completed by teacher:
All information above complete: _________/20
Recorded pages for in-class: _________/50
Recorded pages for out of class: _________/30
Final Grade _________
Yearly 40 Book Challenge Genre Requirement
3 Poetry Anthology
3 Traditional Literature
5 Realistic Fiction
3 Historical Fiction
3 Fantasy
3 Science Fiction
3 Mystery
4 Informational Nonfiction
2 Biography or Autobiography
9 Chapter Book Free Choice
2 Graphic Novel
Book Commercial Template- Rubric
Students will present an informal book commercial every 6 weeks (class work grade)
You will give a 3-5 minute book talk to your peers. The purpose of this presentation is to “sell” your book of choice to the audience. After your book commercial, some peers may want to read your book.
Your “Book Commercial” must include the following:
Introduction of your book ____/20
An interesting statement or question to grab the audience’s attention. ____
Title, Author, Genre _____
Short summary ______/ 20
Give a brief summary of the plot without giving too much away.
Include main characters, setting, and main conflict.
NO SPOILERS!
Additional Information _____/20
Provide some additional informations so your audience can better understand your recommendation. Choose at least one of the following:
Favorite scene---Something that was really moving, suspenseful, funny, or exciting. ______
Favorite character-- Describe your favorite character using quotes, thoughts, or some of their actions from the story. _______
Author’s purpose-- Why do you think the author wrote the book? What’s the theme and/or author’s message? ______
Rating _____/20
Tell us how you rate this book (out of 4 stars) and why.
Recommendation ______/20
Who would you recommend this book to, and why? _____
If you like this book, what other books might your audience like? ____