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7 Printable Book Reports

7 Printable Book Reports

There are numerous ways to present a book report. Over the years, my kids have created bookmobiles, book posters, and even a book shoe box. Yes, there is such a thing. Book reports encourage reading comprehension, the skill of summarizing, sequencing, and even reflection. However, sometimes we don’t want a book report to become a week-long project. That’s where printable book reports become beneficial. There are 7 FREE Printable Book Reports below! Take a look at which one would work for you and yours!

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Why Printable Book Reports

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For starters, Printable Book Reports are flexible. They can be used once a year, month, quarter, or for every book your student reads. For us, we use them multiple times in a year. Printable Book Reports are also versatile and easily accessible. There are 7 different versions of our Printable Book Reports to choose from. Some versions are more appropriate for younger students while others are geared toward an older student. My 4th grader chooses a different one than my 6th grader, but both book reports offer the same benefits.

How to use Printable Book Reports

7 Printable Book Reports

Any time you add an activity to your homeschool, make sure it is worth your time and your student’s effort. For us, these book reports allow my student the opportunity to summarize and work on their writing skills. Specifically, my kids practice developing concise sentences, editing, sequencing, and writing with a flow.  That can be difficult for even experienced writers.

7 Printable Book Reports

Before assigning your student the book report, engage in open dialogue with your child about the book. Ask them questions about their book. Get them talking about the characters, plot, setting, and dynamics of the story. This alone will assist your budding writer greatly. It is almost like verbal brainstorming. Once you have gotten a grasp on your student’s take of the book, assign them one of the 7 book reports.

7 printable book reports

From my experience, print two copies of the book report. The first copy will be their rough draft. After they complete it, address any grammar or sentence structure errors. This is also the appropriate time for them to clarify details or add sentences to connect ideas. Once this has been done, your student is ready to write their final draft. For those of you looking to expand this into a full book report project, encourage your student to illustrate a book cover on a separate sheet of paper. Then, have your student attach the illustration and written book report onto a small poster board side-by-side. It makes an impressive display!

So, no matter what book report template you choose, these can be a valuable language arts teaching tool!

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Another reading comprehension option for younger students.

4-Square Graphic Organizers

Your student may not be ready for the Printable Book Reports above. However, that doesn’t mean that there isn’t an appropriate teaching tool to use after they have finished reading a book. We use a very simple 4-square graphic organizer for our younger students when wanting to work on reading comprehension. It is something that you can work on together and can be used for a mere storybook rather than a novel. Check out our 4-Square Graphic Organizers here.

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How to Write a Book Report

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Book Report Fundamentals

Preparing to write, an overview of the book report format, how to write the main body of a book report, how to write a conclusion to a book report, reading comprehension and book reports, book report resources for teachers .

Book reports remain a key educational assessment tool from elementary school through college. Sitting down to close read and critique texts for their content and form is a lifelong skill, one that benefits all of us well beyond our school years. With the help of this guide, you’ll develop your reading comprehension and note-taking skills. You’ll also find resources to guide you through the process of writing a book report, step-by-step, from choosing a book and reading actively to revising your work. Resources for teachers are also included, from creative assignment ideas to sample rubrics.

Book reports follow general rules for composition, yet are distinct from other types of writing assignments. Central to book reports are plot summaries, analyses of characters and themes, and concluding opinions. This format differs from an argumentative essay or critical research paper, in which impartiality and objectivity is encouraged. Differences also exist between book reports and book reviews, who do not share the same intent and audience. Here, you’ll learn the basics of what a book report is and is not.

What Is a Book Report?

"Book Report" ( ThoughtCo )

This article, written by a professor emeritus of rhetoric and English, describes the defining characteristics of book reports and offers observations on how they are composed.

"Writing a Book Report" (Purdue OWL)

Purdue’s Online Writing Lab outlines the steps in writing a book report, from keeping track of major characters as you read to providing adequate summary material.

"How to Write a Book Report" ( Your Dictionary )

This article provides another helpful guide to writing a book report, offering suggestions on taking notes and writing an outline before drafting. 

"How to Write a Successful Book Report" ( ThoughtCo )

Another post from ThoughtCo., this article highlights the ten steps for book report success. It was written by an academic advisor and college enrollment counselor.

What’s the Difference Between a Book Report and an Essay?

"Differences Between a Book Report & Essay Writing" ( Classroom)

In this article from the education resource Classroom,  you'll learn the differences and similarities between book reports and essay writing.

"Differences Between a Book Report and Essay Writing" (SeattlePi.com)

In this post from a Seattle newspaper's website, memoirist Christopher Cascio highlights how book report and essay writing differ.

"The Difference Between Essays and Reports" (Solent Online Learning)

This PDF from Southampton Solent University includes a chart demonstrating the differences between essays and reports. Though it is geared toward university students, it will help students of all levels understand the differing purposes of reports and analytical essays.

What’s the Difference Between a Book Report and a Book Review?

"How to Write a Book Review and a Book Report" (Concordia Univ.)

The library at Concordia University offers this helpful guide to writing book report and book reviews. It defines differences between the two, then presents components that both forms share.

"Book Reviews" (Univ. of North Carolina)

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s writing guide shows the step-by-step process of writing book reviews, offering a contrast to the composition of book reports.

Active reading and thoughtful preparation before you begin your book report are necessary components of crafting a successful piece of writing. Here, you’ll find tips and resources to help you learn how to select the right book, decide which format is best for your report, and outline your main points.

Selecting and Finding a Book

"30 Best Books for Elementary Readers" (Education.com)

This article from Education.com lists 30 engaging books for students from kindergarten through fifth grade. It was written by Esme Raji Codell, a teacher, author, and children's literature specialist.

"How to Choose a Good Book for a Report (Middle School)" (WikiHow)

This WikiHow article offers suggestions for middle schoolers on how to choose the right book for a report, from getting started early on the search process to making sure you understand the assignment's requirements.

"Best Book-Report Books for Middle Schoolers" (Common Sense Media)

Common Sense Media has compiled this list of 25 of the best books for middle school book reports. For younger students, the article suggests you check out the site's "50 Books All Kids Should Read Before They're 12."

"50 Books to Read in High School" (Lexington Public Library)

The Lexington, Kentucky Public Library has prepared this list to inspire high school students to choose the right book. It includes both classics and more modern favorites.

The Online Computer Library Center's catalogue helps you locate books in libraries near you, having itemized the collections of 72,000 libraries in 170 countries.

Formats of Book Reports

"Format for Writing a Book Report" ( Your Dictionary )

Here, Your Dictionary supplies guidelines for the basic book report format. It describes what you'll want to include in the heading, and what information to include in the introductory paragraph. Be sure to check these guidelines against your teacher's requirements.

"The Good Old Book Report" (Scholastic)

Nancy Barile’s blog post for Scholastic lists the questions students from middle through high school should address in their book reports.

How to Write an Outline

"Writer’s Web: Creating Outlines" (Univ. of Richmond)

The University of Richmond’s Writing Center shows how you can make use of micro and macro outlines to organize your argument.

"Why and How to Create a Useful Outline" (Purdue OWL)

Purdue’s Online Writing Lab demonstrates how outlines can help you organize your report, then teaches you how to create outlines.

"Creating an Outline" (EasyBib)

EasyBib, a website that generates bibliographies, offers sample outlines and tips for creating your own. The article encourages you to think about transitions and grouping your notes.

"How to Write an Outline: 4 Ways to Organize Your Thoughts" (Grammarly)

This blog post from a professional writer explains the advantages of using an outline, and presents different ways to gather your thoughts before writing.

In this section, you’ll find resources that offer an overview of how to write a book report, including first steps in preparing the introduction. A good book report's introduction hooks the reader with strong opening sentences and provides a preview of where the report is going.

"Step-by-Step Outline for a Book Report" ( Classroom )

This article from Classroom furnishes students with a guide to the stages of writing a book report, from writing the rough draft to revising.

"Your Roadmap to a Better Book Report" ( Time4Writing )

Time4Writing offers tips for outlining your book report, and describes all of the information that the introduction, body, and conclusion should include.

"How to Start a Book Report" ( ThoughtCo)

This ThoughtCo. post, another by academic advisor and college enrollment counselor Grace Fleming, demonstrates how to write a pithy introduction to your book report.

"How to Write an Introduction for a Book Report" ( Classroom )

This brief but helpful post from Classroom  details what makes a good book report introduction, down to the level of individual sentences.

The body paragraphs of your book report accomplish several goals: they describe the plot, delve more deeply into the characters and themes that make the book unique, and include quotations and examples from the book. Below are some resources to help you succeed in summarizing and analyzing your chosen text.

Plot Summary and Description

"How Do You Write a Plot Summary?" ( Reference )

This short article presents the goals of writing a plot summary, and suggests a word limit. It emphasizes that you should stick to the main points and avoid including too many specific details, such as what a particular character wears.

"How to Write a Plot for a Book Report" ( The Pen & The Pad )

In this article from a resource website for writers, Patricia Harrelson outlines what information to include in a plot summary for a book report. 

"How to Write a Book Summary" (WikiHow)

Using Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone as an example, this WikiHow article demonstrates how to write a plot summary one step at a time.

Analyzing Characters and Themes

"How to Write a Character Analysis Book Report" ( The Pen & The Pad )

Kristine Tucker shows how to write a book report focusing on character. You can take her suggestions as they are, or consider  incorporating them into the more traditional book report format.

"How to Write a Character Analysis" (YouTube)

The SixMinuteScholar Channel utilizes analysis of the film  Finding Nemo to show you how to delve deeply into character, prioritizing inference over judgment.

"How to Define Theme" ( The Editor's Blog )

Fiction editor Beth Hill contributes an extended definition of theme. She also provides examples of common themes, such as "life is fragile."

"How to Find the Theme of a Book or Short Story" ( ThoughtCo )

This blog post from ThoughtCo. clarifies the definition of theme in relation to symbolism, plot, and moral. It also offers examples of themes in literature, such as love, death, and good vs. evil.

Selecting and Integrating Quotations

"How to Choose and Use Quotations" (Santa Barbara City College)

This guide from a college writing center will help you choose which quotations to use in your book report, and how to blend quotations with your own words.

"Guidelines for Incorporating Quotes" (Ashford Univ.)

This PDF from Ashford University's Writing Center introduces the ICE method for incorporating quotations: introduce, cite, explain.

"Quote Integration" (YouTube)

This video from The Write Way YouTube channel illustrates how to integrate quotations into writing, and also explains how to cite those quotations.

"Using Literary Quotations" (Univ. of Wisconsin-Madison)

This guide from the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Writing Center helps you emphasize your analysis of a quotation, and explains how to incorporate quotations into your text.

Conclusions to any type of paper are notoriously tricky to write. Here, you’ll learn some creative ways to tie up loose ends in your report and express your own opinion of the book you read. This open space for sharing opinions that are not grounded in critical research is an element that often distinguishes book reports from other types of writing.

"How to Write a Conclusion for a Book Report" ( Classroom )

This brief article from the education resource  Classroom illustrates the essential points you should make in a book report conclusion.

"Conclusions" (Univ. of North Carolina)

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Writing Center lays out strategies for writing effective conclusions. Though the article is geared toward analytical essay conclusions, the tips offered here will also help you write a strong book report.

"Ending the Essay: Conclusions" (Harvard College Writing Center)

Pat Bellanca’s article for Harvard University’s Writing Center presents ways to conclude essays, along with tips. Again, these are suggestions for concluding analytical essays that can also be used to tie up a book report's loose ends.

Reading closely and in an engaged manner is the strong foundation upon which all good book reports are built. The resources below will give you a picture of what active reading looks like, and offer strategies to assess and improve your reading comprehension. Further, you’ll learn how to take notes—or “annotate” your text—making it easier to find important information as you write.

How to Be an Active Reader

"Active Reading Strategies: Remember and Analyze What You Read" (Princeton Univ.)

Princeton University’s McGraw Center for Teaching and Learning recommends ten strategies for active reading, and includes sample diagrams.

"Active Reading" (Open Univ.)

The Open University offers these techniques for reading actively alongside video examples. The author emphasizes that you should read for comprehension—not simply to finish the book as quickly as possible.

"7 Active Reading Strategies for Students" ( ThoughtCo )

In this post, Grace Fleming outlines seven methods for active reading. Her suggestions include identifying unfamiliar words and finding the main idea. 

"5 Active Reading Strategies for Textbook Assignments" (YouTube)

Thomas Frank’s seven-minute video demonstrates how you can retain the most important information from long and dense reading material.

Assessing Your Reading Comprehension

"Macmillan Readers Level Test" (MacMillan)

Take this online, interactive test from a publishing company to find out your reading level. You'll be asked a number of questions related to grammar and vocabulary.

"Reading Comprehension Practice Test" (ACCUPLACER)

ACCUPLACER is a placement test from The College Board. This 20-question practice test will help you see what information you retain after reading short passages.

"Reading Comprehension" ( English Maven )

The English Maven site has aggregated exercises and tests at various reading levels so you can quiz your reading comprehension skills.

How to Improve Your Reading Comprehension

"5 Tips for Improving Reading Comprehension" ( ThoughtCo )

ThoughtCo. recommends five tips to increase your reading comprehension ability, including reading with tools such as highlighters, and developing new vocabulary.

"How to Improve Reading Comprehension: 8 Expert Tips" (PrepScholar)

This blog post from PrepScholar provides ideas for improving your reading comprehension, from expanding your vocabulary to discussing texts with friends.

CrashCourse video: "Reading Assignments" (YouTube)

This CrashCourse video equips you with tools to read more effectively. It will help you determine how much material you need to read, and what strategies you can use to absorb what you read.

"Improving Reading Comprehension" ( Education Corner )

From a pre-reading survey through post-reading review, Education Corner  walks you through steps to improve reading comprehension.

Methods of In-text Annotation

"The Writing Process: Annotating a Text" (Hunter College)

This article from Hunter College’s Rockowitz Writing Center outlines how to take notes on a text and provides samples of annotation.

"How To Annotate Text While Reading" (YouTube)

This video from the SchoolHabits YouTube channel presents eleven annotation techniques you can use for better reading comprehension.

"5 Ways To Annotate Your Books" ( Book Riot )

This article from the Book Riot  blog highlights five efficient annotation methods that will save you time and protect your books from becoming cluttered with unnecessary markings.

"How Do You Annotate Your Books?" ( Epic Reads )

This post from Epic Reads highlights how different annotation methods work for different people, and showcases classic methods from sticky notes to keeping a reading notebook.

Students at every grade level can benefit from writing book reports, which sharpen critical reading skills. Here, we've aggregated sources to help you plan book report assignments and develop rubrics for written and oral book reports. You’ll also find alternative book report assessment ideas that move beyond the traditional formats.

Teaching Elementary School Students How to Write Book Reports

"Book Reports" ( Unique Teaching Resources )

These reading templates courtesy of Unique Teaching Resources make great visual aids for elementary school students writing their first book reports.

"Elementary Level Book Report Template" ( Teach Beside Me )

This   printable book report template from a teacher-turned-homeschooler is simple, classic, and effective. It asks basic questions, such as "who are the main characters?" and "how did you feel about the main characters?"

"Book Reports" ( ABC Teach )

ABC Teach ’s resource directory includes printables for book reports on various subjects at different grade levels, such as a middle school biography book report form and a "retelling a story" elementary book report template.

"Reading Worksheets" ( Busy Teacher's Cafe )

This page from Busy Teachers’ Cafe contains book report templates alongside reading comprehension and other language arts worksheets.

Teaching Middle School and High School Students How to Write Book Reports

"How to Write a Book Report: Middle and High School Level" ( Fact Monster)

Fact Monster ’s Homework Center discusses each section of a book report, and explains how to evaluate and analyze books based on genre for students in middle and high school.

"Middle School Outline Template for Book Report" (Trinity Catholic School)

This PDF outline template breaks the book report down into manageable sections for seventh and eighth graders by asking for specific information in each paragraph.

"Forms for Writing a Book Report for High School" ( Classroom )

In this article for Classroom,  Elizabeth Thomas describes what content high schoolers should focus on when writing their book reports.

"Forms for Writing a Book Report for High School" ( The Pen & The Pad )

Kori Morgan outlines techniques for adapting the book report assignment to the high school level in this post for The Pen & The Pad .

"High School Book Lists and Report Guidelines" (Highland Hall Waldorf School)

These sample report formats, grading paradigms, and tips are collected by Highland Hall Waldorf School. Attached are book lists by high school grade level.

Sample Rubrics

"Book Review Rubric Editable" (Teachers Pay Teachers)

This free resource from Teachers Pay Teachers allows you to edit your book report rubric to the specifications of your assignment and the grade level you teach.

"Book Review Rubric" (Winton Woods)

This PDF rubric from a city school district includes directions to take the assignment long-term, with follow-up exercises through school quarters.

"Multimedia Book Report Rubric" ( Midlink Magazine )

Perfect for oral book reports, this PDF rubric from North Carolina State University's Midlink Magazine  will help you evaluate your students’ spoken presentations.

Creative Book Report Assignments

"25 Book Report Alternatives" (Scholastic)

This article from the Scholastic website lists creative alternatives to the standard book report for pre-kindergarteners through high schoolers.

"Fresh Ideas for Creative Book Reports" ( Education World )

Education World offers nearly 50 alternative book report ideas in this article, from a book report sandwich to a character trait diagram.

"A Dozen Ways to Make Amazingly Creative Book Reports" ( We Are Teachers )

This post from We Are Teachers puts the spotlight on integrating visual arts into literary study through multimedia book report ideas.

"More Ideas Than You’ll Ever Use for Book Reports" (Teachnet.com)

This list from Teachnet.com includes over 300 ideas for book report assignments, from "interviewing" a character to preparing a travel brochure to the location in which the book is set.

"Fifty Alternatives to the Book Report" (National Council of Teachers of English)

In this PDF resource from the NCTE's  English Journal,  Diana Mitchell offers assignment ideas ranging from character astrology signs to a character alphabet.

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How To Write a Good Book Report in Seven Steps

Are you having trouble writing your book report? Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place. We’re going to give you seven easy steps that’ll help you write the perfect book report.

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Quick Summary on How To Write a Book Report

  • As you read the book, highlight and take notes.
  • Reread the instructions of the assignment.
  • Organize your notes and create an outline.
  • Write a compelling introduction.
  • Include quotations, examples, and supporting evidence in the body paragraphs.
  • Encapsulate the main point of your text in the conclusion.
  • Edit and proofread.

What Is a Book Report?

A book report is an essay in which students explain and support their thoughts and views on a story, novel, or any other literary work.

There are several different types of book reports. Regardless of which type you’re writing, teachers and professors usually assign book reports as a way to ensure that their students have thoroughly understood the book. Below, we’ll go over how to write a good book report in seven easy steps.

What are the steps on how to write a book report? Find out below.

How To Write a Book Report

1. as you read the book, highlight and take notes..

The first step of writing a good book report is to read the book, of course. However, it’s important to highlight and takes notes while reading it. Highlight anything that stands out to you or that evokes certain emotions. Write notes on patterns, themes, and characters. If you’re writing a book report on a nonfiction book, write notes on the major points of the book and what you think about them.

2. Revisit and reread the instructions of the assignment.

Once you’re done reading and taking notes, reread the instructions of the assignment. Find what it is you’re supposed to write about. Is it a character analysis? A plot summary? An exploration of themes and patterns, or something else? It’s also essential to follow the formatting guidelines, so make sure to use the correct font and spacing. If you have any questions, reach out to your teacher or professor.

3. Organize your notes and create an outline.

Gather your notes and arrange them into categories. Once you’ve completed this, write an outline and organize the categories to become the paragraphs of your book report. Jot down bullet points on what each paragraph will include and what part of the book can support it. As you start writing the book report, remain flexible. You don’t have to follow the outline exactly. You may realize that a few edits create a better flow.

4. Write a compelling introduction.

The introduction should be informative and catchy. You may want to start with a quote, climactic scene, or an unusual observation you had while reading the book. Towards the end of the introduction, you should write a one or two-sentence summary about the book, and then the last sentence should explain what exactly you’ll be writing about in the rest of the report.

Book Report Elements

Keep in mind that all book reports should contain:

  • The name and author of the book.
  • A thesis statement.
  • If you're writing about a fiction book, mention the setting, time period, and characters.
  • If you’re writing about a nonfiction book, mention the author’s main point in writing the book.
  • Evidence to support your arguments.

5. Include quotations, examples, and supporting evidence in the body paragraphs.

The body paragraphs are where you can include quotations, examples, and supporting evidence that bring your book report together.

For example, let’s say you’re writing a character analysis. You believe that the character that everyone sees as the protagonist is actually the antagonist. You should write why you believe that and include specific scenarios that help prove your point.

Or if you’re writing about a non-fiction book, you could use the body paragraphs to write about why you agree or disagree with the author. Similarly, you’d have to use examples and evidence to support your argument.

It’s a good idea to start off with your most compelling, evidence-backed point. Leave the weakest arguments for the middle, and end with another strong point. Lastly, whether you’re writing about fiction or non-fiction, commenting on writing style and tone is recommended (especially if it’s explicitly requested in the instructions).

6. Encapsulate the main point of your text in the conclusion.

The conclusion is just as important as the introduction, so make sure to set aside enough time to write one (students tend to rush through this part). Use the concluding paragraph to pull all your arguments together. Reiterate again what the main point was about, and then briefly summarize the main idea of your book report.

7. Edit and proofread.

Now that you’ve completed the first draft of your book report, it’s time to reread and make edits if needed. Are there any paragraphs you can move around that’ll improve the rhythm of your writing? Do you have enough evidence to back up your claims? Is your introduction captivating and descriptive?

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42 Creative Book Report Ideas for Students

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Responding to what you read is an important literacy skill. Reading about other people’s experiences and perspectives helps kids learn about the world. And although students don’t need to dive deeply into every single book they read, occasionally digging into characters, settings, and themes can help them learn to look beyond the prose. Here are 42 creative book report ideas designed to make reading more meaningful for kids.

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1. Concrete Found Poem

This clever activity is basically a shape poem made up of words, phrases, and whole sentences found in the books students read. The words come together to create an image that represents something from the story.

2. Graphic Novel

Have students rewrite the book they are reading, or a chapter of their book, as a graphic novel. Set parameters for the assignment such as including six scenes from the story, three characters, details about the setting, etc. And, of course, include detailed illustrations to accompany the story.

A news article displayed on a computer screen with comments and an emoji laid over the print as an example of creative book report ideas

3. Book Snaps

Book Snaps are a way for students to visually show how they are reacting to, processing, and/or connecting with a text. First, students snap a picture of a page in the book they are reading. Then, they add comments, images, highlights, and more.

4. Diary Entry

Have your students place themselves in the shoes of one of the characters from their book and write a first-person diary entry of a critical moment from the story. Ask them to choose a moment in the story where the character has plenty of interaction and emotion to share in a diary entry.

A pizza box decorated with a book cover and a paper pizza with book report details as an example of creative book report ideas

5. Pizza Box Book Report

If you’re looking for creative book report ideas that use upcycled materials, try this one using a pizza box. It works well for both nonfiction and fiction book reports. The top lid provides a picture of the book cover. Each wedge of the pizza pie tells part of the story.

6. Book Jacket

Have students create a new book jacket for their story. Include an attractive illustrated cover, a summary, a short biography of the author, and a few reviews from readers.

A book report made from a mint tin as an example of creative book report ideas

7. Mint Tin Book Report

There are so many super-creative, open-ended projects you can use mint tins for. Teacher blogger Teacher Thrive describes the process of creating book reports using them. There’s even a free template for cards that fit inside.

8. Fictional Yearbook Entries

Ask your students to create a yearbook based on the characters and setting in the book. What do they look like? Cut out magazine pictures to give a good visual image for their school picture. What kind of superlative might they get? Best-looking? Class clown? What clubs would they be in or lead? Did they win any awards? It should be obvious from their small yearbooks whether your students dug deep into the characters in their books. They may also learn that who we are as individuals is reflected in what we choose to do with our lives.

A book report in the form of a cake made from paper

9. Book Report Cake

This project would be perfect for a book tasting in your classroom! Each student presents their book report in the shape of food. Learn more about book tastings .

10. Current Events Comparison

Have students locate three to five current events articles a character in their book might be interested in. After they’ve found the articles, have them explain why the character would find them interesting and how they relate to the book. Learning about how current events affect time, place, and people is critical to helping develop opinions about what we read and experience in life.

A book report written on separate pieces of paper shaped like ingredients of a sandwich

11. Sandwich Book Report

Yum! You’ll notice a lot of our creative book report ideas revolve around food. In this oldie but goodie, each layer of this book report sandwich covers a different element of the book—characters, setting, conflict, etc.

12. Book Alphabet

Choose 15 to 20 alphabet books to help give your students examples of how they work around themes. Then ask your students to create their own Book Alphabet based on the book they read. What artifacts, vocabulary words, and names reflect the important parts of the book? After they find a word to represent each letter, have them write one sentence that explains where the word fits in.

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13. Peekaboo Book Report

Using cardboard lap books (or small science report boards), students include details about their book’s main characters, plot, setting, conflict, resolution, etc. Then they draw a head and arms on card stock and attach them to the board from behind to make it look like the main character is peeking over this book report.

14. Act the Part

Have students dress up as their favorite character from the book and present an oral book report. If their favorite character is not the main character, retell the story from their point of view.

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15. T-shirt Book Report

Another fun and creative idea: Create a wearable book report with a plain white tee. Come up with your own using Sharpie pens and acrylic paint.

16. Bookmark

Have students create a custom illustrated bookmark that includes drawings and words from either their favorite chapter or the entire book.

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17. Rays of Sunshine Book Report

This is great for biography research projects. Students cut out a photocopied image of their subject and glue it in the middle. Then, they draw lines from the image to the edges of the paper, like rays of sunshine, and fill in each section with information about the person. As a book report template, the center image could be a copy of the book cover, and each section expands on key information such as character names, theme(s), conflict, resolution, etc.

18. Reading Lists for Characters

Ask your students to think about a character in their book. What kinds of books might that character like to read? Take them to the library to choose five books the character might have on their to-be-read list. Have them list the books and explain what each book might mean to the character. Post the to-be-read lists for others to see and choose from—there’s nothing like trying out a book character’s style when developing your own identity.

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19. Character To-Do List

This fun activity is an off-the-beaten-path way to dive deep into character analysis. Get inside the head of the main character in a book and write a to-do list that they might write. Use actual information from the text, but also make inferences into what that character may wish to accomplish.

20. Collage

Create a collage using pictures and words that represent different parts of the book. Use old magazines or print pictures from the Internet.

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21. Book Reports in a Bag

Looking for book report ideas that really encourage creative thinking? With book reports in a bag, students read a book and write a summary. Then, they decorate a paper grocery bag with a scene from the book, place five items that represent something from the book inside the bag, and present the bag to the class.

22. Timeline

Have students create a timeline of the main events from their book. Be sure to include character names and details for each event. Use 8″ x 11″ sheets of paper taped together or a long portion of bulletin board paper.

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23. File Folder Book Report

Also called a lap book, this easy-to-make book report hits on all the major elements of a book study and gives students a chance to show what they know in a colorful way.

24. Public Service Announcement

If a student has read a book about a cause that affects people, animals, or the environment, teach them about public service announcements . Once they understand what a PSA is, have them research the issue or cause that stood out in the book. Then provide a template for a storyboard so they can create their own PSA. Some students might want to take it a step further and create a video based on their storyboard. Consider sharing their storyboard or video with an organization that supports the cause or issue.

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25. Triorama Book Report

Who doesn’t love a multidimensional book report? This image shows a 3D model, but you can also try an accordion-folded book report, a quadrama, or an info-sphere.

26. Character Cards

Make trading cards (like baseball cards) for a few characters from the book. On the front side, draw the character. On the back side, make a list of their character traits and include a quote or two.

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27. Book Report Mobile

This creative project doesn’t require a fancy or expensive supply list. Students just need an ordinary clothes hanger, strings, and paper. The body of the hanger is used to identify the book, and the cards on the strings dangling below are filled with key elements of the book, like characters, setting, and a summary.

28. Fact Sheet

Have students create a list of 10 facts that they learned from reading the book. Have them write the facts in complete sentences, and be sure that each fact is something that they didn’t know before they read the book.

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29. Dodecahedron Book Report

Creative book report ideas think outside the box. In this case, it’s a ball! SO much information can be covered on the 12 panels, and it allows students to take a deep dive in a creative way.

30. Be a Character Therapist

Therapists work to uncover their clients’ fears based on their words and actions. When we read books, we must learn to use a character’s actions and dialogue to infer their fears. Many plots revolve around a character’s fear and the work it takes to overcome that fear. Ask students to identify a character’s fear and find 8 to 10 scenes that prove this fear exists. Then have them write about ways the character overcame the fear (or didn’t) in the story. What might the character have done differently?

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31. Charm Bracelet Book Report

What a “charming” way to write a book report! Each illustrated bracelet charm captures a character, an event in the plot, setting, or other detail.

32. Mind Maps

Mind maps can be a great way to synthesize what students have learned from reading a book. Plus, there are so many ways to approach them. Begin by writing a central idea in the middle of the page. For example, general information, characters, plot, etc. Then branch out from the center with ideas, thoughts, and connections to material from the book.

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33. Book Report Booklets

This clever book report is made from ordinary paper bags. Stack the paper bags on top of each other, fold them in half, and staple the closed-off ends of the bags together. Students can write, draw, and decorate on the paper bag pages. They can also record information on writing or drawing paper and glue the paper onto the pages. The open ends of the bags can be used as pockets to insert photos, cut-outs, postcards, or other flat items that help them tell their story.

34. Letter to the Author

Have kids write a letter to the author of the book. Tell them three things you really liked about the story. Ask three questions about the plot, characters, or anything else you’re curious about.

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35. Cardboard Box TV

This cardboard box TV book report project is a low-tech version of a television made from a cereal box and two paper towel rolls. Students create the viewing screen cut out at the top, then insert a scroll of paper with writing and illustrations inside the box. When the cardboard roll is rotated, the story unfolds.

36. Board games

This is a great project if you want your students to develop a little more insight into what they’re reading. Have them think about the elements of their favorite board games and how they can be adapted to fit this assignment.

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37. Foldables

From Rainbows Within Reach, this clever idea would be a great introduction to writing book reports. Adapt the flap categories for students at different levels. Adjust the number of categories (or flaps) per the needs of your students.

38. Timeline

Create a timeline using a long roll of butcher paper, a poster board, or index cards taped together. For each event on the timeline, write a brief description of what happens. Add pictures, clip art, word art, and symbols to make the timeline more lively and colorful.

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39. Comic Strips

If you’re looking for creative book report ideas for students who like graphic novels, try comic strip book reports. Include an illustrated cover with the title and author. The pages of the book should retell the story using dialogue and descriptions of the setting and characters. Of course, no comic book would be complete without copious illustrations and thought bubbles.

40. Movie Version

If the book your students have read has been made into a movie, have them write a report about how the versions are alike and different. If the book has not been made into a movie, have them write a report telling how they would make it into a movie, using specific details from the book.

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41. Wanted Poster

Make a Wanted poster for one of the book’s main characters. Indicate whether they are wanted dead or alive. Include a picture of the character and a description of what the character is “wanted” for, three examples of the character showing this trait, and a detailed account of where the character was last seen.

42. Wheaties Box Book Report

Recycle a cereal box and create a book report to look like an old-fashioned Wheaties box that features sports heroes. Include a main image on the front side of the box. Decorate the sides of the box with information about the book’s characters, setting, plot, summary, etc.

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30 book report templates & reading worksheets.

Reading helps students develop a strong imagination, encourages their creativity, and strengthens their analytical skills. Teachers assign a lot of book reports to ensure that students read lots of books, especially at that critical early age when they are still trying to master the written word. To cut down on some of the workload, students and teachers can find a book report template to download and fill in. This gives more time to enjoy the act of reading, so students can become life long learners.

Table of Contents

  • 1 Book Report Templates
  • 2.1 Why Provide A Book Report Form
  • 2.2 Sections Of A Simple Book Report
  • 2.3 Sections Of A Multi-Page Report
  • 3 Sample Book Reports
  • 4 Difference Between The Book Report Types
  • 5.1 What To Do Once You’ve Written The Report
  • 6 Book Report Examples
  • 7 Tips for Teachers
  • 8 Tips for Students

What Is A Book Report

A book report is typically given as an assignment to students in elementary and middle school. Students fill out a form answering basic questions about the book they were assigned to read. Turning in the report serves as proof to the teacher that the student read the book and, hopefully, got something out of it.

These reports may ask students to detail what the book was about, the names of the main characters, what the theme of the book is, and where the events are set. Some reports may ask specific questions about events or characters to ensure that the students read the book all the way through. The report can also help students understand the book better by asking them to think about its meaning and the plot.

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Reading Worksheets

Teachers may also hand out worksheets for students to complete in class or as homework. These are usually limited to the earlier grades when students are still learning to read. Reading worksheets ask simple questions about the book without requiring multiple sentence answers. These questions may ask students to name a favorite character, or mention the main conflict in a few words.

It’s not uncommon for the teacher to read a picture book with the class and have students fill out a worksheet afterwards. If the classroom has a bookshelf, there may also be a ‘Reading Time’ when students pick out a book to read. When they finish, the students fill out the worksheet and submit it to their teacher.

Why Provide A Book Report Form

Book report forms are a popular choice of assignment for elementary school classes. These forms make it simple for students to complete the report by filling out the worksheet. These sheets can be generic with standard questions, or teachers may create a unique sheet with questions specific to each different book that is assigned.

These forms also help introduce students to the idea of a book report format and show them what kind of information may be expected on longer, multi-page reports that they are expected to complete in the higher grades. A form is also easier to grade , especially for teachers who have a large classroom and more assignments to go over than usual.

Sections Of A Simple Book Report

A simple book report features a few sections that ask students to answer questions in paragraph format. These each ask students to detail a different element of the book. All book report forms will ask for the title, author name, and the illustrator’s name, if it is a picture book. The other elements on a simple form include:

  • Setting – This is where the book’s events took place, i.e. New York.
  • Characters – A list of who the main characters are and their names.
  • Plot – A basic overview of the major events in the book.
  • Your impressions – Whether you like the book or not, and why.

A simple form may also just ask the students to describe the beginning, middle, and end events of the book in three questions. Students may also be expected to identify the climax, which is the most intense point of the book where the main character’s problems are resolved or made worse. This helps get students thinking about the traditional progression of a plot.

Sections Of A Multi-Page Report

Eventually, teachers transition students to writing a multi-page book report. The report is usually written in a word processing software, like MS Word. Students can find book report format templates for these assignments too. These longer reports are written out in paragraph form. The teacher asks the students to address different elements of a book in their own words or with their own formatting. A simple way to organize these reports is to divide them into three basic sections, the introduction, main body, and conclusion. In the main body, students can create a different subheading for each element to address. For instance,

  • Introduction – The first paragraph; includes book title, author, genre, and why you chose the book.
  • Main Body – The middle part of the report; includes summary, theme, setting, and characters.
  • Conclusion – A short summary of the book report and opinion of the book.

Sample Book Reports

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Difference Between The Book Report Types

The short book report form is handed out by the teacher and can be completed in one night like a homework assignment. A multi-page report is created by the student and may take more than one night to finish.

Short templates are available in lots of fun book report ideas suitable for young children. They have questions with a few lines to hand write the answers in a few short sentences. Some templates may include activities to make them more interesting to students, such as having them draw out a scene from the book or re-write the ending.

Multi-page reports start out as two page reports and gradually increase in size through middle school and high school. Of course, those two page reports are just as difficult for young students as the five page reports are for high school students . The great thing about these assignments is that students are usually free to organize their book report ideas however they desire. They can create bold sub-headers for the main body of the report. Students can write about the theme, characters, and setting separately. Or they can leave out the headers and devote their report to a specific element, such as the book theme. This allows students to weave information about characters and setting into the report where they are most relevant to the theme. The former works well for short chapter books, and the latter is better for books that may feature multiple themes.

Ideas for Different Kinds of Book Reports

There is more than one way to complete a book report. Both teachers and students may find these creative ideas more interesting than a straightforward report.

Write a review of the book. Create the report in the form of a newspaper or blog review. Summarize the book without giving away the plot or the ending. Talk about what made you like it or, if you hated it. Feel free to give the book a thumbs up or down rating at the end.

Do a diary. Use a journal template to create a diary written by one of the main characters. There should be multiple entries that follow or discuss the events of the book from that character’s point of view.

Interview one of the characters. Create an imaginary interview with one of the characters in the book. Ask them questions about where they come from, why the character did something important to the plot, and what the character thinks about the outcome of the events in the book.

Write a newspaper article. Create an imaginary newspaper article detailing one of the major events in the book, such as a theft or an important discovery. Make sure to answer the who, what, where, when, and why of these events in your article.

What To Do Once You’ve Written The Report

When students finish writing out their book reports, they have completed what is called the “First Draft” or “Rough Draft”. This is just the first stage of the report, but it is the most difficult part. Finishing up that report in the following steps is a lot easier.

Read and mark the report. Read through the book report from beginning to end to get a feel for it overall. Get a brightly colored pen to mark any spelling or punctuation errors you find in the report. Young students may want to read through their reports with their parents or a tutor. Sometimes, teachers actually make students submit a rough draft of their reports for points before the final report is due. The teacher reviews the draft, makes edits, and suggestions for changing the report before final submission.

Make edits to the report. Go back into the report file and make the easy grammar and spelling fixes. Take a look at your teacher’s suggestions or the ideas you wrote down for things to change in the report. Create a plan to make those additions or changes. Make the changes to the report. Don’t forget to save your file as a separate document. For instance, save your rough draft as, Report1.doc, and this updated version as, Report2.doc.

Review the report. Print out a fresh copy of the report. Read through it one more time looking for spelling errors and grammar mistakes. Keep an eye out for spots where the text doesn’t make sense. This can sometimes happen when you add new content to a report. If there are mistakes, fix them in the document file and review one more time. Your final draft is ready to print out when you can no longer find any mistakes.

Book Report Examples

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Tips for Teachers

Book reports are a big part of the curriculum. That doesn’t mean they have to be a lot of work for the students or the teacher. Make assigning these reports less of a hassle with these tips.

  • Assign one book for the entire class to read. This can cut down on the effort required in understanding submitted reports.
  • Pick out a short book report template to use. There is no need to use valuable time in creating one from scratch.
  • Print out more copies of the form than are needed. Some students may lose theirs and need an extra form.
  • Make reminder announcements when a due date approaches. Remind students at least twice before a book report due date.
  • Keep the word count requirement low. Teachers also have to spend more time reviewing longer reports.
  • Consider creative alternatives to some written reports. When your curriculum includes a lot of book reports, give students the option of turning in a drawing, diorama, or another project as a break.

Tips for Students

Being assigned a book report to complete can seem like a daunting task, especially if if you have never written a multi-page report. Make sure you don’t fall behind on the work by following a few of these tips.

  • Make up a reading schedule to complete the book well in advance of the report being due. Use a calendar to remind yourself.
  • Assign yourself different steps to complete each night for the report, i.e. make an outline, write 200 words, or revising
  • Ask the teacher for help with ideas if you can’t figure out how to get started.
  • Look for examples of completed reports to see how they are structured.

Book reports vary in their length and complexity. Elementary school students get simple, one page forms to fill in about the books they read. Those in middle school and high school usually have to write multiple page reports. Nearly all reports require students to talk about the plot, theme, characters, and how they liked the book. Both students and teachers can find a lot of templates to use. Those looking for something generic for students to fill in after reading a book can pick up a .pdf or .jpg form. Those who want more control over the look and wording of the template should download a .doc file.

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I love that my kids start reading again so much once school starts ( read: I’m not so great about convincing them to read over the summer )! And they are finally at the age when they all have to do real book reports. I’m not a great homework helper, but I try to make up for it with printable worksheets that really will help them do a better job in school.

These book report forms are suitable for both beginning readers and older children. The first is simply a form they can fill out that becomes their book report. The second set is an outline primer plus a page for them to handwrite their report (if you don’t already make them use a word processor!).

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A 7th grade book report is a judgment, an opinion containing an assessment of someone, something. Or an expression of one's attitude to what was listened to, read, viewed. Also, a book report is an emotional assessment of the work's perception, impressions about it with justification: what exactly these feelings and experiences are caused in work. Most often, the following points can be discussed in the review:

  • The overall impression of the book is solid, fragmented, powerful, weak, pleasant, miserable.
  • The plot - how logically it is erected, some moments do not work for it, the lines do not sag.
  • The story is dynamic, unhurried, drawn-out, driven, torn. How do the dynamics of the story correspond to the genre and tasks set in the book? Doesn't the author try to "control the plot," bending the logic of events for the purpose?
  • Heroes - how are they described in detail and reliably? Their psychology is quite natural. Could they have done just that in the given circumstances? Or are these characters attractive to the reader? Do they evoke sympathy?
  • Language and style - what artistic techniques the author used.
  • The reliability of the facts - whether the author violated the laws of nature, science.
  • Relationships between characters - heroes are ready to do things for their purposes, even though they harm others. What methods of achieving goals do they use?
  • The text's central idea - was the author able to convey his book's vision cleverly and originally? How can the book be useful for readers? What is the most interesting thing?
  • Social significance - what if the text contains certain useful moments, say, for patriotic education or national self-awareness, difficult ethical moments, and options for choice are described.
  • The book's place in the literary process - how does a specific work compare with others in its genre, which tendency denotes, develops, or completes?
  • I liked my impressions or not, what feelings and thoughts the book aroused, or wanted to acquire and leave them an in-home library.

How To Do The 7th Grade Book Report

It is easier to write a book report, following certain rules:

  • Be sure to include the author and title of the book.
  • Theme and main idea of ​​the work.
  • Where and when events are depicted.
  • Write down which episodes impressed you most.
  • Indicate what you liked, what did not, and why.
  • Write about the heroes of the book, their actions, exciting cases.
  • Pay attention to the language of the work, the design of the book.
  • Indicate how the work enriched you, what questions made you think, helped you while reading the illustrations.
  • Select the form of your feedback (story, letter to a friend, to the author of the work, letter to the publisher, article to the wall newspaper).
  • Decide on the style of your review.
  • Make sure your headline expresses your main point.

7th Grade Book Report Vocabulary To Use

To evaluate kids' work, teachers pay attention to what vocabulary they use. Use the table to know which words to use without entering the library:

1. Description of your impression, attitude to what you read.

  • It is difficult to remain indifferent after reading ..., in relation to ...
  • Feelings ... evoke a response in (our) soul.
  • The heroes (hero) of the story evoke complex feelings (feelings of admiration, indignation, bewilderment).
  • The actions of the hero (the plot of the story) make one think about ...
  • The topic (problem) raised in the story is close to today's reader.
  • The problem (relationship ...) is especially troubling these days, because ...
  • The author encourages thinking about ...
  • One cannot but agree with the narrator ...

2. Analysis of the text.

  • In the work (in the text, in the story) is depicted; talking about ...
  • The author (narrator, narrator) shows how (what) ...
  • Depicts (expresses) ...
  • Indicates ...
  • Psychologically accurately conveys ...
  • Highlights (such a feature of the hero as ...)
  • Emphasizes ...
  • Focuses (focuses) attention on ...
  • We feel how (the mood of the narrator (hero), the author's attitude is changing) ...
  • Noteworthy detail ...

3. Analysis of the episode.

  • An episode by the type of speech is ...
  • This episode can be titled ... because ... The characters in this fragment are ...
  • A kind of exposure of the episode can be considered ...
  • The plot (culmination) of the episode is ...
  • If I were the director of this episode, I would stage it like this ...
  • If it wasn't for this episode, we would ...
  • The episode develops (touches on, completes) the topic

4. Entering a new thought.

  • I would like to note a special ... It should be emphasized ...
  • Interesting to see ... Interesting to see ...
  • It is very important that ... It can be assumed that ...

5. Proof of your thoughts (examples from the text, facts, quotes).

  • It is possible to trace how from scene to scene ... The moment (episode) when ...
  • It is enough to remember (refer to) ... Essential detail ...
  • Let's turn to ... Let's re-read the lines about

How Long Should It Be?

The length of the book report for middle school depends on the size of the paper. For example, suppose you are writing text using Word or Google docs; in this case, your essay should consist of two spacing, so if you are using the font under item 12, you will need 3-4 pages. But let's take another example, you put a single spacing in the program, and you will get the same article, only it will consist of only two pages.

You're probably wondering why teachers pay attention not to how many pages, but how many words. The fact is that when printing text using the program, you can set the different font, and it, in turn, has its size and style. For example, take the Times New Roman font; if you compare it to Calibri, you can see that it is much smaller. Therefore, the teacher counts words, not stanzas, because visually, the text may seem voluminous, and when you read it, it seems much smaller. Also, pay attention to the fact that each educational institution sets the length of the essay differently.

If you study the 7th grade book report writing genre, then it represents a small text. It all also depends on your thoughts. Do you like to write briefly or write everything in detail? But you don't need to strive to make a long text; if there is a lot of unnecessary information in it, then you will get lower scores, despite the fact that the text is long.

Parts Of The Book Report

We all understand perfectly well that a review is, first of all, an assessment of work. If you want the written review to be as interesting, objective, and detailed as possible, you need to know what parts of the text exist:

  • Title and Author;
  • Endorsement;
  • Characters;

All books are different, so you can safely change the structure, add parts. For example, include the advice section, where you can write in your review to whom this work is intended, at what age, and at what period of life it will be interesting to read it.

Why is it allowed to change the structure? After all, it is more interesting for the teacher to see that you have creatively approached the task and can create your projects without templates. Emphasize the value of the benefits your readers will get from your writing. What exactly do you offer them? Avoid general phrases and always try to be as detailed as possible.

Title and Author

When writing a 7th grade book report, the first thing to do is to acquaint the reader with the book's author and title. Readers are interested in learning new information about the author, so try to find exclusive information about where the author is from, what he prefers to write about. And one more secret, it is interesting for a person to study the biography of famous writers, so it's better to write about a well-known work of literature.

If you took a book known to the whole world, let the reader know if the author has any awards for what he has created. Then write a short story about how the title of the book came to be. You cannot neglect the part where the author and the title are described, because only for this reason they will read your review, describing these two factors as clearly as possible.

Try not to delay the introduction and hide the title of the book and the author in-depth, it is best to write about it in the first rows. Also, indicate only those data that relate to this book and do not need to compare it with another, because it will already be a different type of essay, called compare and comparison.

Endorsement

Your point of view may coincide with the author's, may differ from her. To say, "I agree/disagree with the author" is not enough. First, you need to give two arguments (1 from literature and one from life experience, or two from literature).

Phrases for arguing your position:

  • It is impossible to disagree with the author's point of view on the problem ...
  • I share (do not share) the author's point of view on the problem...
  • I hold (do not hold) the same opinion on the problem ... as the author.
  • I agree (disagree) with the author...
  • It is difficult (impossible) to disagree with the author of the text...
  • The author's position is close to me because ...
  • The position of the author seems to me convincing, because ...
  • The author is right that ... However, it isn't easy to agree that ...
  • One cannot but agree with the author that ...
  • It seems controversial the author's idea that ...
  • The text (name of the author) caused contradictory feelings in me. On the one hand, on the other hand
  • It isn't easy to disagree with the author of the article. Indeed, such examples ...
  • I want to support the author's point of view...
  • I cannot agree with the author's point of view, because ...
  • With all due respect to the author's point of view, I will still express my vision of this problem (or I will try to refute his opinion).

When writing a 7th grade book report on any English literature piece, you need to describe a dignified character or a few memorable characters. Describing the characters means writing about them the way you saw them, not the author. A separate paragraph about personages should be the introduction, the central part of the conclusion. That is, you need to start a story about who he or she is, why he is important to you, and what they taught you.

It is not difficult to describe the hero; it is enough to write his character traits, clothing style, and appearance. If you notice a specific trait in character analysis, please describe more about it. The teacher will immediately appreciate your efforts and realize that you are familiar with the book.

Do not forget to describe the hero's actions because, thanks to them, the reader will see whether this character is positive or bad. Also, in the characteristic, you can indicate whether the character's actions changed, how he developed as a person, achieved some goals, or motivated you to take some action.

The setting is where and when the events take place. When describing the scene, your task is not just to create a visual image of the plot, but to use all the reader's senses. Starting from sight to smell, plunging him into current events with his head. Together with the hero, he must hear the surrounding sounds, smell the smells, feel the sun's warmth, or, on the contrary, shudder from the chilling cold.

To describe the book well, you can use 5D style cards. Do not take this phrase literally, because when writing the text, 5D is meant to describe any phenomenon vividly. For example, the phrase "It's cold on the street, and there is a big wind" definitely does not evoke emotions in the reader. If you describe the weather, which is very cold, then use epithets so that the reader believes you and wants to drink hot tea and wrap himself in a blanket. Play with your imagination, use these words: the wind knocked down; the frost was so cold that the whole face tingled with pain.

The main thing is not to overdo it. Too long described natures, actions, and locations can lead to the reader getting bored. Write only about the most dynamic scenes, which are sure to be remembered, and briefly and vividly. The details in the text are good, but they should be in moderation.

Everything is logically connected in a literary work: one follows from the other; everything superfluous that has nothing to do with the action is cut off. The logical sequence of actions of the heroes is the plot of the work.

Plot elements:

  • Exposition - time, place of action, composition, and relationships of characters.
  • Foreshadowing - Hints that herald the further development of the plot.
  • A set is an event that provokes the development of a conflict.
  • Conflict is the opposition of heroes to something or someone. This is the basis of the work: there is no conflict - there is nothing to talk about.
  • Cumulative action is a series of events that originate from conflict. The story builds up and peaks at the climax.
  • The climax is often the most exciting and significant moment in a piece. The hero either breaks or clenches his teeth and prepares to go all the way.
  • Descending action is a series of events or stories of heroes leading to a denouement.
  • Decoupling - the conflict is resolved: the hero either achieves the set goal, or remains with nothing, or dies.

You can describe several points; you don't need to use all of them.

How To Create Your Book Report Template

Book report text should be clear and easy to read. In the design of the text, "games with fonts," "waves," and "ladders" of words that go beyond the boundaries of the fields are unacceptable. It is also forbidden to use essay topics for middle school already written by other students.

The texts of works are drawn up on a standard A4 page in Times New Roman font size 14, width justification. There are requirements for the size of the fields, these parameters can be configured in the Word and in the Google Docs editor.

The field sizes have the following parameters:

  • right - 10 mm;
  • left - 30 mm;
  • bottom - 20 mm;
  • top - 20 mm.

Typeface - Times New Roman:

  • the size of the text of the work - 14, footnotes - 12;
  • text interval - 1.5 ("one and a half"), footnotes - 1;
  • transfers must be disabled;
  • text color - black.

Two types of lists are allowed: bulleted and numbered. A colon must precede the list. The first and subsequent items in the list begin with a lowercase letter and end with a semicolon and the last item. To create a template, you can look at the essay examples to avoid mistakes.

Tips on Writing a Middle School Book Report

It's important to write a report, so we have prepared some tips on what not to do when writing:

  • Do not get personal. When you review a book, you don't need to judge the author. Also, do not criticize his views on religion, life, politics, if they differ from yours.
  • If we do not set the goal of provoking a person to be rude - do not be rude. Our task is not to call the author a mediocre writer. You can use the simple phrase "the book occupies a worthy place in a wide range of modern popular literature, but I did not like it." Speech and debate for middle school are only appropriate if your teacher has permitted you to do so.
  • Avoid value judgments. "Good" or "bad" are two subjective concepts. We can analyze the text, the moments that happen there, evaluate the characters' actions, tell how the plot unfolds, give advice, but the choice of whether to read the book should be made by the reader - no need to impose your opinion.
  • Separate the author and the work. Once a book is published, it must be judged separately from the author. Indeed, sometimes readers read a book only for the author's sake, immediately warn that you have drawn conclusions based on your opinion, not what the author provided.

Favorite Books For 7th Graders

We have compiled a selection of books that develop critical thinking for students:

  • The Hunger Games is a sensational book by Susan Collins, topping 21 bestseller lists and winning many literary awards! Katniss and Pete have known each other since childhood and may still love each other, but they will have to become enemies. By a lot, they must participate in the terrible "Hunger Games," where only one survives - the strongest.
  • Little Women by Louise Alcott. Each of the young March sisters had something special. Serious beyond her year's beauty Margaret, cheerful Joe, kind-hearted Beth, and charming Amy. They became strong support and support for each other when their father went to war. But carefree childhood gives way to new adult problems and feelings.
  • Divergent by Veronica Roth. In the world where Beatrice Pryor lives, people are divided into five factions, each of which is dedicated to a particular human person's quality. These factions are Truthfulness, Altruism. Dashing, Companionship, and Erudition. However, Beatrice also has a secret of her own, which is deadly for her if someone finds out about her.
  • Thirteen small blue envelopes by Maureen Johnson. Ginny receives thirteen little blue envelopes from her aunt. Inside the first envelope: $ 1,000 for a one-way ticket to London and a letter that explains a few simple rules. In the second: the address of the apartment in London. The next envelope contains a new clue, and so on. Thanks to these riddles, Ginny sets off on a trip to Europe, not knowing what unexpected gift her aunt has prepared for her.
  • The Last Olympian by Rick Riordan. A serious battle unfolds on the pages of this book. Kronos and his army are preparing for war against the half-breeds, but their forces are unequal. Percy Jackson, and his friends are trying with all their might to stop this terrible army and save Mount Olympus in the future.

Read The Book Or Watch Movies Or TV Serials?

Reading a book brings aesthetic satisfaction to a person, emotions: delight, joy, laughter, tears. In books, you can find answers to many exciting questions, clarify this or that problem for yourself, find a way out of this situation. Oddly enough, but the book can even give signs of fate.

Films are made on many fiction works, and the question immediately arises: read a book or watch a movie? Recently, it has been clearly expressed that more and more people prefer to watch movies. A movie and a book cannot be compared - they are two different types of creativity.

If you compare a book and a film based on this work of art, you will see the difference between the quality. As a rule, a film based on a book does not reflect everything in the book. Alternatively, you can first read a book and only then watch a movie.

Reading a book develops imagination, fantasy, allows you to broaden your horizons, think about something, and be alone with the book's heroes. Watching a movie will enable you to relax, spend time without thinking about anything.

Why Are Movies Always Different From Books?

After reading the book, a person has his ideas about the characters and their appearance and character. When he goes to watch a film based on the book he has read, then, of course, his idea of ​​the book differs from that of the director.

A book and a feature film are completely different types of creativity. The film has a director and a screenwriter. But only the author writes the book.

There are gorgeous special effects and offscreen music in the cinema, and the film adaptation of a literary work can help you get acquainted with a plot of several hundred pages in a short time. But no matter how hard the director, screenwriter, and actors try, they will not be able to transfer to the screen all the details, thoughts of the characters, and descriptions.

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25+ Free Printable Book Report Templates [Word | PDF]

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Teachers and students use book report template to cut down some of the workloads. Teachers assign a lot of book reports to the students to make sure that students read a lot of books. These well-designed book report templates help the students to enjoy the act of reading and can become lifelong learners.

Table of Contents

  • 1 What is a book report?
  • 2.1 Simple or short book report:
  • 2.2 Multi-page book report:
  • 3 Parts of a simple and multi-page book report:
  • 4 Tips for the teacher to assign the book reports to the students:
  • 5 Tips for students to fill out book reports:
  • 6 How to write book reports in different ways?
  • 7.1 Read and mark the report
  • 7.2 Make changes to the report
  • 7.3 Review the report
  • 8 Why should provide a book report form?
  • 9 Conclusion:
  • 10 Faqs (Frequently Asked Questions)

What is a book report?

In elementary and middle school, book reports are given to the students as an assignment. It contains basic questions about the book that is assigned to the students to read. When students answer these questions, it acts as evidence to the teacher that they read the book. Moreover, a comprehensive book report contains the following elements;

  • The detail what the book was about
  • The names of the main characters
  • What the theme of the book is
  • Where the events are set

Some book reports also ask critical viewpoints about events and characters to make sure that the students read the book completely. Also, by asking such questions students can understand the book better.

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Types of book reports:

Generally, there are two types of book reports;

Simple or short book report:

A simple or short book report is given by the teachers to the students and can be completed in one night like a homework assignment. They just have a few questions that students answer in a few short sentences.

Multi-page book report:

This type of book report takes more than one night to complete. For middle school students, this report consists of two pages . While for high school students, students have to submit five-page reports.

Parts of a simple and multi-page book report:

A simple book report contains a few sections. This report asks students to answer questions in paragraph format. However, all types of book reports ask for the title, author name, and the illustrator’s name (if it is a picture book). The other components are;

  • Setting: the place where book events happen.
  • Characters: names of the main characters
  • Plot: an overview of the main events of the book.
  • Comment section: whether the reader likes the book or not.

A simple report book also just asks three questions from the students the beginning, the middle, and end events. Sometimes the climax of the book where the main character’s problems are solved or made complicated also expected to determine by the students.

Teachers also demand from the students to write a multi-page book report. This report can be written by using software like MS Word. Additionally, this report is written out in paragraph form. The best way to write this multi-page report is to divide it into three basic sections;

  • Introduction: it contains the title, author, genre, and the reason why you choose the book.
  • Main Body: The main body or middle part of the report contains the summary, theme, setting, and characters.
  • Conclusion: in the end, provide a short summary of the book and your opinion about the book.

Tips for the teacher to assign the book reports to the students:

During assigning the book reports to the students, teachers have to keep the following tips in mind;

  • At first, the teacher should assign one book to read to the whole class. It can cut down the efforts of teachers to understand the submitted reports of the whole class.
  • Always use a short book report template and there is no need to create one from scratch.
  • You must print out more copies of the book report template than needed because sometimes students lose theirs.
  • Before a book report due date, reminds the students at least twice.
  • When reading activity includes a lot of book reports then it should be turned in a drawing, diorama, or another project.

Tips for students to fill out book reports:

  • Before a book report due date, make up a reading schedule to complete the book. You can also use a calendar to remind yourself.
  • Next, make a schedule and assign yourself to complete different steps every day .
  • You can also ask for some help from your teacher to get started. Moreover, you can also use completed reports as a reference.

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How to write book reports in different ways?

Both students and teachers can use creative ideas to write book reports instead of straightforward reports.

  • You can write a book report in the form of a newspaper or blog review. Write the summary of the book without using the plot or the ending headings. State the reasons why you like it or not. Also, provide an up or down rating at the end.
  • A book report can be written in the form of a diary. Use journal templates to create a diary. It should be written by one of the main characters. According to the character’s point of view, discuss the different events of the book.
  • Choose one of the characters in the book and create an imaginary interview. Then, ask questions; Where they come from Why the character did something important to the plot What the character thinks about the consequences of the events in the book.
  • The book report can also be written in the form of a newspaper article detailing one of the major events in the book. Answer 5Ws such as who, what, where, when, and why of these events in the article.

What to do after writing the report?

Consider the following steps to finish up the reports;

Read and mark the report

Read the report from start to end to make sure it contains all details. If you find any spelling or punctuation errors then mark them with a brightly colored pen. Young students may ask their parents or students to read through their reports. The teacher should ask their students to submit rough drafts of their reports before the final report is due. This way, they can review their drafts and give them suggestions to change the report before final submission.

Make changes to the report

Any grammatical or spelling that you highlight, fix them. Consider your teacher’s suggestions or the ideas that you wrote down to edit in the report. After making changes to the report, save your file as a separate document.

Review the report

When you are done making changes to the report, it’s time to print out a fresh copy of the report. Once again go through it for spelling errors and grammar mistakes. If you find any sentence that doesn’t make sense fix them in the document file and review them one more time. When you assure that there are no mistakes left, print out it.

Why should provide a book report form?

For elementary school classes, a book report is a popular choice of assignment. With the help of this form, students simply complete the report by filling out the worksheet. It depends on the teachers whether they include standard questions in the sheet or they make a unique sheet containing questions specific to each different book that is assigned.

Furthermore, you can introduce students to an idea of a book report format by using these forms. You also show them what kind of information they have to include in the multi-page reports in higher grades. For teachers who have a large classroom and more assignments to check, a form is also easier to grade.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, a book report template is helpful for the teachers and students because it cuts down some of the workloads. These templates are formatted academically. Moreover, the book report should be comprehensive and includes the author’s background, a summary of the book, and well-reasoned arguments made by the writer of the report.

Faqs (Frequently Asked Questions)

A book report consists of a page count of 3-4 pages if it falls between 800-1,000 words and has Times New Roman font.

There are 5 parts of a book report; 1- Book’s author 2- Title 3- Characters 4- Setting 5- Plot

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How to Write a Book Report (+ a FREE Step-by-Step Printable for Your Kids)

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We read a lot of books (homeschool moms, can you relate?). Right now, we are reading the Harry Potter series together as a family, and as my kids have grown, it’s been fun to see them become more interested in reading for fun. As part of our homeschooling this year, we have been learning how to write a book report, which has been a great way for me to evaluate how well my kids are understanding what they read.

My son is in 3rd grade this year and recently had a book report as one of his assignments in English. While there were a couple of steps given to him, he struggled with the process and actually putting the book report together. So I decided to create a step-by-step book report printable to help him learn how to write a book report.

I hope these printables will be a big help to your kids, too! They will walk your kids through the steps of organizing their book report, writing a draft, revising and proofreading, and writing a final copy. Plus, I’ve included a rubric for you that you can use to give helpful feedback if you’d like.

Not only will this template help your kids learn how to write a book report, but they will be fun to add to your homeschool portfolio and look back on in the future.

Why Should You Use Book Reports in Your Homeschool?

Writing a book report or using an organizer to respond to what they have read is a great way to help your kids with their reading comprehension . It’s also fun to see their unique writing styles come to light and learn what they think about the books they have read.

Plus, I have found that incorporating book reports into our homeschool is a fun way for my kids to practice their writing skills because they get to write about a book they have loved. My son doesn’t necessarily love to write, so making the writing topic interesting is really important in our current season.

They also will obviously get to practice their handwriting, and you can include an oral presentation component if you’d like to as well!

Teach Your Kids How to Write a Book Report

A book report is just what it sounds like – a detailed report your kids will write after reading a book. In the report, they will give a summary of the book and share some of the important plot points, as well as share their opinion of the book.

When my son first attempted to do his book report from his English assignment, he struggled with what to write, and how to pull it all together in one cohesive report. I wanted to really lay out the process for him, to break it down into manageable steps .

Writing book reports can be a great way to help your kids with their reading comprehension, writing skills, and handwriting. Teach your kids how to write a book report in easy, manageable chunks with this step-by-step template.

If your child is new to writing book reports, I would recommend doing the first one together . Choose a book you have been reading aloud as a family (or a new one to read together), so you can then walk through the template and process with them.

If you are reading the book together, model how to take notes of important characters and plot points as you read . These notes will be great to reference later when writing the report.

Once you are finished reading and taking notes, grab your book report template and work through the process of putting together the report ( this printable makes it so easy! ).

My Book Report Template for Kids

There are many options out there with ideas for creative and different styles of book reports (I love these ideas from We Are Teachers), but if you are looking for a simple way for your elementary-aged student to organize their thoughts into a basic book report, these are for you.

The pages include:

  • 2 Book Report Planning Pages where your kids will organize their thoughts about the main characters, important plot events, and what they learned and liked about the book. They will also have space to draw out their favorite scene from the story.
  • First Draft Pages where they will write a rough draft. These sheets also include checklists that will walk them through the revision and proofreading process.
  • My Book Report Pages where your kids will write their final copy of their book report.
  • Book Report Rubric which is a sheet you can use to offer comments and suggestions on their work, if desired.
  • Reading Log page that your kids can use to keep track of what they are reading (great for your homeschool record keeping as well!)

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Using a template like this will help your kids organize their thoughts in the planning pages, so it’s easier for them to put the final review together. They will see all of the important parts that need to go into their book reports, which will help them learn how to write effective reviews and recommendations.

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Book Report Worksheets

Beginner and intermediate book report worksheets.

A Book Report is a summary of a book that you read. It usually consists of a few paragraphs describing the plot of the book, without giving major events away. A book report is a good way to check reading comprehension. By reading a book report, you can learn about what the student knows about the book read.

Here is a graphic preview for all of the Book Report worksheets. Our Book Report worksheets are free to download and easy to access in PDF format. Use these Book Report worksheets in school or at home.

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Here is a graphic preview for all kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade and 5th grade Book Report Worksheets. Click on the image to display our PDF worksheet.

My Fun Book Report Worksheet

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Two Page Book Report Worksheet

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  1. PDF Middle School Outline Template for Book Report

    the book, fill in the sections for this template. You will receive a grade for this template and for the report (see points next to each item). When you go to write your book report, be sure to include the information completed on the following pages. The final report must be typed and double spaced. Be sure to hand into your Reading teacher ...

  2. 9 Free Book Report Templates For 7th Grade

    1. Book Report Story Elements. This story elements book report template for 7th-grade students includes five rows, with each row containing a story element (characters, setting, problem, solution, and theme). For each row, students will record written information in the enclosed space, and sketch a drawing in the open space.

  3. How to Write a Book Report (+ Book Report Example)

    2. Identify the main elements of the book. Scrutinize the book's primary components, including its main themes, characters, setting, and plot. These elements will form the basis of your report. 3. Formulate a thesis statement. Compose a thesis statement that encapsulates your personal perspective about the book.

  4. 7 Printable Book Reports

    It is almost like verbal brainstorming. Once you have gotten a grasp on your student's take of the book, assign them one of the 7 book reports. From my experience, print two copies of the book report. The first copy will be their rough draft. After they complete it, address any grammar or sentence structure errors.

  5. 33 Free Book Report Forms and Templates for Kids

    Using a book report template for 3rd grade might look a little different than what I'd want to use for 7th grade. A pdf book report template for high school students definitely needs to be less kid-friendly and more informative. There are simple book report templates for beginning writers and more advanced ones.

  6. PDF Middle School 6th-8th Summer Reading: Book Report Form

    Middle School Book Report Page 1. Interesting Character. Pick the character you think is the most interesting. What attributes (characteristics) does this character possess that make that character especially interesting to you? Name at least three traits and give specific examples from the story of the character displaying each trait.

  7. Book Report Examples and Outlines for Students

    The TeacherVision editorial team is comprised of teachers, experts, and content professionals dedicated to bringing you the most accurate and relevant information in the teaching space. View TeacherVision's profile. Assigning a book report? Print and share this set of book report elements, outlines, and examples with your students.

  8. How to Write a Book Report

    Preparing to Write. Active reading and thoughtful preparation before you begin your book report are necessary components of crafting a successful piece of writing. Here, you'll find tips and resources to help you learn how to select the right book, decide which format is best for your report, and outline your main points.

  9. Seventh grade book report in Word and Pdf formats

    have to list. every character. Download. Seventh grade book report. DOC: 84.9 KB, PDF: 93.0 KB (5 pages) 4.1 (17 votes) Download or preview 5 pages of PDF version of Seventh grade book report (DOC: 84.9 KB | PDF: 93.0 KB ) for free.

  10. 7 Book Report Ideas For 7th Grade That Students Love

    Make a Character To-Do List. This is arguably one of the most interesting book report ideas for 7th grade because this activity prompts students to think from an alternative viewpoint. For this book report, students will analyze the "many sides" of each of the characters in their books. Considering the character's personality, gender, age ...

  11. Writing a Book Report in Seven Steps

    3. Organize your notes and create an outline. Gather your notes and arrange them into categories. Once you've completed this, write an outline and organize the categories to become the paragraphs of your book report. Jot down bullet points on what each paragraph will include and what part of the book can support it.

  12. Free Book Report Templates: Printable for Grades 3-5

    Take a new spin on your book report assignment with our free book report template printables including a one-pager, choice board, and more! ... Search for: Grades Grades. All Grades K-5 All Grades 6-12 PreK 6th Grade Kindergarten 7th Grade 1st Grade 8th Grade 2nd Grade 9th Grade 3rd Grade 10th Grade 4th Grade 11th Grade 5th Grade 12th Grade ...

  13. 42 Creative Book Report Ideas for Every Grade and Subject

    All Grades K-5 All Grades 6-12 PreK 6th Grade Kindergarten 7th Grade 1st Grade 8th Grade 2nd Grade 9th Grade 3rd Grade 10th Grade 4th Grade 11th Grade 5th Grade 12th Grade. ... 7. Mint Tin Book Report. ... As a book report template, the center image could be a copy of the book cover, and each section expands on key information such as character ...

  14. 30 Book Report Templates & Reading Worksheets

    There is more than one way to complete a book report. Both teachers and students may find these creative ideas more interesting than a straightforward report. Write a review of the book. Create the report in the form of a newspaper or blog review. Summarize the book without giving away the plot or the ending.

  15. Printable Book Report Forms

    Easy Book Report Form for Young Readers. Book Report Outline Form for Older Readers. Blank Book Report Writing Page. Printable Comic Book Pages. Sukey and the Mermaid Lesson Plan and Activities. Sports Silhouettes Craft Templates. 50 States Printable Templates. Printable Blank Sheet Music. Printable Farm Templates and Shapes.

  16. FREE Book Report Templates (All Grades Included)

    This set of 16 book report templates helps alleviate the stress of staring at the blank page. With prompts and questions, they help students remember key parts of the book as well as what is important to share in a book report. These FREE Book Report Templates include forms for: elementary. middle school.

  17. Book Report Worksheets

    This advanced book report also has the student identify up to five vocabulary words that they struggle with throughout the novel. This advanced book report worksheet may be used for a variety of grade levels. This worksheet is suitable for 7th grade, 8th grade, 9th grade, 10th grade, 11th grade and 12th grade.

  18. Follow Our Creative Ideas For The 7th-grade Book Report

    A 7th grade book report is a judgment, an opinion containing an assessment of someone, something. Or an expression of one's attitude to what was listened to, read, viewed. Also, a book report is an emotional assessment of the work's perception, impressions about it with justification: what exactly these feelings and experiences are caused in work.

  19. 25+ Free Printable Book Report Templates [Word

    Some book reports also ask critical viewpoints about events and characters to make sure that the students read the book completely. Also, by asking such questions students can understand the book better. Download Template (517 KB) Download Template (217 KB) Download Template (24 KB) Download Template (84 KB)

  20. FREE Printable Book Report Worksheets and Template Form

    These fun, free printable book report template pages are perfect for older kids in 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, and 6th grade students. Being no-prep, these book report forms help to ensure readers are understanding what they are reading. Simply print the printable book report template to write down information about the book ...

  21. How To Write A Book Report + FREE Printable Template for Kids

    The pages include: 2 Book Report Planning Pages where your kids will organize their thoughts about the main characters, important plot events, and what they learned and liked about the book. They will also have space to draw out their favorite scene from the story. First Draft Pages where they will write a rough draft.

  22. Book Report Worksheets

    Our Book Report worksheets are free to download and easy to access in PDF format. Use these Book Report worksheets in school or at home. a. Grades K-5 Book Report Worksheets b. Grades 6-12 Book Report Worksheets. Grades K-5 Book Report Worksheets. Here is a graphic preview for all kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade and 5th ...

  23. Book Report Templates

    This printable book report template will help your late elementary and early middle school students with their book reports. We suggest this format for 5th, 6th, and 7th-grade students. Middle school students are likely reading larger chapter books with many characters, settings, and events.