My students brought home the work they have completed in class for their book reports.  They should have a very good start on the summary and the character paragraphs.  The final drafts may be handwritten or typed.  I sent home a final draft guideline half sheet (green) to answer any questions about the format of the report.  The kids are working on their covers in class and will have more time to do this throughout this week.
**I know I asked for the final draft of the summary to be completed by tomorrow.  This is just for pacing sake.  Your child doesn't have to turn it in to me.  The entire report is due on Friday,  10/19.
Thanks!

Homework

Read: 30 min.
Science: Space report and picture is due on Thursday.  The written portion may be typed or handwritten.
Narrative Story: Final draft is due on Friday. You will have lots of time in class to finish this!
News Team #4: Prepare for Friday's presentation.

Spotlight on Character!

         In this book report you will focus on the main character of the novel you have read.  You will discuss this character’s personality traits and the problem he or she faces in the story.  Your report will consist of four main parts.

         1.  Write a brief summary of the book in which you introduce the main character ( you may mention other characters as well) and  explain the problem the character faces and how he or she solves this problem.  You will write the rough draft of this section in class.

       2.  Write at least two paragraphs discussing this character’s personality.  You will need to show how these personality traits are revealed through the character’s words, feelings, actions, and  interactions with other characters.   You will write the rough draft of this section in class as well.

       3.  Compose at least five interview questions that you would like to ask your character.  Then write the response you think your character would give for each.  You will complete this section at home.

       4.  Create a magazine cover spotlighting your character.  It should include an appropriate magazine title, an illustration of the character, and any suitable article titles, descriptions, and slogans.  We will share our ideas about this piece and begin our work on it in class.

       Due Date:______________________

Spotlight on Character - Final Draft Checklist

My final draft writing is neatly handwritten or typed.                                      ______

I have written on one side only of each paper.                                                   ______

My summary is clear and organized and includes the main elements of

the story: main character, problem, important events and solution (minimum

of 10 sentences).  This should be written on a separate piece of paper(s).   _______                       

Both character trait paragraphs begin with a topic sentence and contain

good examples from the book (minimum of 6 sentences).   Both paragraphs

may be written on one sheet of paper or you may write each one on

a separate sheet.                                                                                                       ______

The five interview questions are clear and answered well.  If your

question requires a yes or no response, be sure to have your

character explain why he/she gave this response.                                            ______

My cover is detailed and colorful and shows my best effort.  I have

included all the parts explained in the guidelines.                                              ______

I have used correct grammar, punctuation and spelling.                                  ______