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6th Grade Book Report Schedule

Please read the entire booklet and then sign and return the last page. Keep the booklet for reference.

Student Name:

6th Grade Book Report Schedule

Note: Any due dates could change throughout the year. A due date change

would be announced in class and posted on the homework bulletin board.

Date Genre Type of Report

September 25th Christian Fiction Short form

October 30th Poetry Poetry form

November 20th Biography Timeline

January 8th Fiction Short form

February 5th Classic Long form

March 7th Non-fiction science Diorama

April 1st Historical fiction Short form

May 2nd Christian fiction Cereal box

May 27th Biography Oral Report (Dress up)

Genres at a Glance

Literary Genre = a category or type of literature based on a

similar topic, form, or style.

3 Main Genres: Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry

There are many genre sub-groups. A few are described

below.

Fiction Untrue/ Make-believe stories

Christian

Fiction Characterized by a Christian author and theme

Historical

Fiction

Combines fictional elements with an actual

time/event in history (ex. A made-up story about a

boy living during the Civil War)

Mystery Involves suspense and a puzzling problem that is

(often) solved by the end of the story.

Fantasy Includes elements that are impossible (ex. Talking

animals)

Nonfiction A book that is written and based on true facts and is informational. (ex.

“how-to books” or factual science/history books)

Biography Written about a real person from history by a

different author. These books relate real events

and actual facts from the person’s life.

Autobiography Written account of a person’s life written by that

person. These books relate real events and actual

facts from the person’s life.

Informational Strictly factual (such as “How to” books or factual

books on science and history topics)

Poetry Literature intended to evoke thought and feeling from the reader

through a particular form or style (such as rhyme and rhythm)

Each genre of literature (mostly fiction) includes some novels that are classified

as classics.

Classic = A book whose characters and story have lasted many years and is recognized as a

great piece of literature. (Abridged versions are encouraged for this grade level)

General Information

Grading

Grades will be assessed based on a rubric for each report. The rubrics will be attached to your

final copy after grading. I have included sample rubrics at the end of this packet. Short form

book reports will count as a single assignment, while all other forms will count as a double

assignment.

Guidelines

1. All books must be approved by Mrs. Gunter. There will be a due date for each book approval.

Feel free to have the book approved before the due date in order to get an early start on your

next report. However, if you miss the approval dead line, you will lose points for the overall

project.

2. The book must be new to you.

3. With the exemption of the poetry report, you must read the book from cover to cover. For

the poetry report, you will be directed to read sections from several different books of poetry

to add up to 75 pages total.

4. Remember to follow the unique instructions for each report carefully. Refer to the rubric,

since it will be the basis of your grade, to be sure that you have met each requirement.

Publishers (for Christian Fiction)

Bibliography

For books requiring a bibliography, please use the form shown below.

Moody Press

David C. Cook

Bob Jones Press

Back to the Bible

Zondervan

Word Books

Scripture Press

Friends of Israel

Concordia

Bethany

Word Kids

Multinomah

Flamingo

Victor Books

Thomas Nelson

Bethel

Herald

Chariot

Tyndale

Liberty Bell

Format:

Last name (author), First name (author). Title of Book (underlined). Place of Publication: Publishing Company, date of publication.

Note: Notice that the second line is always indented but the first line is not.

Sample:

Hoiser, Helen. William and Catherine Booth. Urichsville, Ohio: Barbour Publishing Inc., 1956.

Short Form Book Report Rubric

Name: _________________ #_____

Final Grade: ______

Comments:

Categories Points

Earned Points

Possible

The bibliographical entry is included with correct

formatting.

10

The type of book and number of pages are properly

identified.

5

3 defined words are written and defined neatly and

correctly.

10

Character description is thorough and clearly

written.

20

The Signature Statement is filled out indicating the

book was read completely by the due date.

35

Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are correct. 20

Total 100

Short Form Book Report

Name: _________________ #_____

Final Grade: ______

1. Using proper format, make a bibliographical entry for the book that you read.

Include author, title , publisher, place of publication, and date of publication.

2. Circle the type of book that you read.

Fiction Christian fiction

3. Number of pages in the book:

4. List three new words that you found in the book.

Word Page where you Meaning of the word

found it

5. Describe the main character.

6. Sign this statement if it is true.

I have completely read this entire book. ________________________

Signature

Poetry Book Report

Purpose: The purpose of this report is to expose you to a variety of poets and styles of poetry.

For this report, you will read 75 pages of poetry by a variety of authors. An anthology of

verses and poems like The Book of Virtues is a good place to find quality poems to read. Our

annual AACS poetry competition makes this a good time of year to appreciate different styles

of poetry. You will soon be writing original poems of your own!

Requirements:

1. Read 75 or more pages of different kinds of poems (long, short, and medium length).

Read serious, silly, historical (such as Paul Revere’s Ride), prose, etc.

2. Chose a poem of 10-20 lines that you liked best. You will focus on this selection for most

of your report.

3. Write a one page paper including the following:

The poem that you chose, copied word for word in proper lines and stanzas

(remember to use quotation marks).

What the author was trying to say (Use a minimum of 5 good sentences.)

The mood of the author (Use a minimum of 2 good sentences.)

Reason you chose this poem (Use a minimum of 2 good sentences.)

4. Draw an illustration to go with your poem

5. Extra Credit: Memorize your poem selection and recite to me for up to 10 points extra

credit!!

Poetry Book Report

Name: # _

Book 1: Page # to to

Book 2: Page # to to

Book 3: Page # to to

Book 4: Page # to to

Book 5: Page # to to

Chosen Poem Title: Author: to

to

Staple the form below to the front of your poetry report. You do not need to fill all of the

book lines as long as you have the required 75 pages and at least 2 different books.

Poetry Book Report Rubric

Name: _________________ #_____

Final Grade: ______

Comments:

Categories Points

Earned Points

Possible

The number of pages meets the 75 page requirement. 30

The chosen poem is copied, accurate in words and

formatting, and 10-20 lines long.

20

The author’s theme (what he/she was trying to say)

is explained thoughtfully in at least 5 complete

sentences.

25

The author’s mood is explained thoughtfully in at

least 2 complete sentences.

10

The reason for selecting the poem is clearly

explained in at least 2 complete sentences.

10

Carefully drawn illustration is included. 5

Extra Credit: Poem recited accurately by memory. + +10 bonus

Total 100

Biography Timeline Book Report

This report is unique from the others, because you get to choose how to do your report! Below

4 different options are listed for your timeline. Chose whichever option sounds the most

exciting to you! Plus, since Mrs. Gunter loves creativity, if you think of a different idea that is

not on the list you may discuss it with me. If I approve your idea, go for it! However, be sure

that no matter which method you choose, you still include all of the requirements.

Timeline Options:

1. Create a scrapbook that presents each life event as a different page.

2. Create a “stand up timeline” (See next page)

3. Create a Prezi presentation online (involves creating a free public Prezi account and emailing

the final project to Mrs. Gunter)

4. Create a creative PowerPoint presentation that presents each event on a different slide.

(Involves emailing the presentation to Mrs. Gunter)

Remember: Even if you choose a computerized option, all of the work must be your own – not

your parents’. The Lord sees all that we do, and He commands us to always be honest.

Timeline Requirements:

1. Include the title, author, and your name at the beginning of your timeline.

2. Choose at least 7 important dates and present them in order with a name for each event. If

your book does not include dates, order them using the words first, second, third, fourth,

fifth, sixth, and last.

3. Illustrate each event underneath the date. (You may use pictures from the internet or draw

and neatly color your own.)

4. Write a sentence describing each event at the bottom of the page/slide. (If you choose to

do a Prezi presentation, display information in the following order: Date, name of event,

illustration, description sentence.)

5. If you choose a handwritten option, please use print instead of cursive.

6. Neatness, creativity, spelling, and punctuation will all count no matter which option you

choose.

Stand-up Timeline

Instructions: Make a stand-up time line about a book you have read.

You need:

4 sheets of 9" X 12" construction paper Colored pencils Glue

Directions:

1. Fold a ½" edge on one side of

each sheet of paper. Then fold

the paper in half, lengthwise.

2. Connect the four sheets by gluing the ½" folded

edge to the next sheet as shown.

3. On the first panel write the title, author, and your name.

4. To make the time line, write seven important dates in order on the top of the

panels as shown. If your book does not give dates, use the words first, second,

third, fourth, fifth, sixth, and last for your panels.

5. Write a sentence at the bottom of each panel describing the event.

6. Illustrate each event above its description.

Connect Here

Timeline Book Report Rubric

Name: _________________ #_____

Final Grade: ______

Comments:

Categories Points

Earned Points

Possible

Cover/ Cover page included with the title and author

of the biography

5

Dates/Ordinal Numbers given for each event 5

A sentence is included to describe each event.

Sentences are clearly written.

30

At least one picture/illustration is included for each

event.

14

Punctuation and Capitalization is accurate throughout

the report.

6

Spelling is accurate throughout the report. 5

Neatness 10

Creativity 5

The entire book was read before the due date.

(questioned orally)

20

Late points deducted: -

Total 100

Long Form Book Report Guidelines

Use pages 270-276 in your Language books as a guide for writing this report.

Include the following in your book report:

Cover: Your cover should be neat, colorful and creative.

Introduction paragraph: State the title, author, type of book, number of pages and

setting.

Summary of the plot (see example in Language book)

How is the reader better or wiser?

A passage worth remembering (long quotation)

The best thing about the book

Write “I have completely read this entire book” and sign your name.

On time: -10 points each day it is late

Grammar, spelling and neatness

Be sure to refer to the example book report at the back of your language books. This paper

demonstrates the format and quality that I will expect to see when grading your reports. If

you have any questions while writing the report, remember to come ask me! I will be happy to

read your report and give you some pointers if you bring it to me several days (or more) before

the deadline.

Long Form Book Report Rubric

Name: _________________ #_____

Final Grade: ______

Categories Points

Earned Points

Possible

Cover/ Cover page included and creative 5

Introduction paragraph includes the title, author,

type of book, setting, and number of pages.

5

The summary is clearly written and thorough. 20

Includes paragraph on how the reader is better or

wiser after reading the book.

10

Includes a quotation of a passage worth

remembering. Passage is properly indented and

formatted as shown in Language book.

10

Includes an explanation of the best thing about the

book.

10

Written with correct grammar, spelling, and

neatness.

20

The entire book was read before the due date.

(Written out and signed)

10

One Time 10

Total 100

Your Name:

Book Title:

Author:

Number of pages:

I have completely read this entire book:

Science Diorama Book Report

Pick a book on a science topic of biology (living sciences) or earth science (geology,

astronomy, planets, etc.) of at least 75 pages. After reading the entire book, start working on

the following project which will be due in March.

Diorama: You will create a “shoebox” display of something you learned in the book. Scenes

from a jungle, ocean, mountains, outer space, etc. can be created using various craft supplies.

Sand can be sprinkled on a glue base to create trails. A mountain can be formed from crumpled

and painted craft paper. Plaster of Paris can be used with soaked newspaper to sculpt objects.

See the instructions on the package for more details. Be imaginative and creative and let us see

what you are capable of!

Attach index cards (at least 4) to the back and sides of the shoe box. On the cards, include

interesting and explanatory information from your book about what you learned. Do not skip

lines on the cards, and fill them at least halfway full of information. Number them in order of

sequence.

Attach the completed signature card to the outside of your project to show that you have

completely read the entire book.

Your book report will be graded according to the attached sample rubric, so make sure that you

watch your spelling, punctuation, neatness, and attention to detail.

Science Diorama Book Report Rubric

Name: _________________ #_____

Final Grade: ______

Comments:

Categories Points

Earned Points

Possible

Title and signature box completed 25

Diorama completed according to guidelines 10

Index cards completed according to guidelines 10

Capitalization 5

Punctuation 5

Spelling 5

Content 20

Neatness 10

Creativity 10

Late points deducted: -

Total 100

Cereal Box Book Report

For this Christian Fiction book report you will decorate a real cereal box with

illustrations and information related to your book.

Use a piece of colored paper to cover your entire cereal box. Caution: Be sure to

leave a way to open up the cereal box after it is covered (perhaps from the

bottom) as you will be putting a “prize” inside of it. *See the last section of

instructions.

FRONT OF BOX: Use a piece of white or lightly colored paper to make a cover for

the front of the cereal box. (You will probably want to create the cover before

gluing it on your box.) Include the name of the cereal and a picture. Invent a name

for the cereal that is related to the title of the book and sounds like a cereal. Do

not use the exact title of the book. You may want to look at the attached page of

real cereal boxes to get some ideas. Choose a shape for the cereal as well as

colors and ingredients that all relate to the book. For example, for the book

Treasures in the Snow, you might invent a cereal called Tasty Treasures, a

frosted oat cereal in the shape of little snowflakes.

Caution: Since this is a Christian fiction report, be careful not to create any title

that could be considered irreverent. Do not use any form of God’s name when

naming your cereal.

RIGHT SIDE: Make a list of ingredients that includes the story elements

Characters and Setting. Under the heading "Ingredients," list two or three main

characters and write a sentence about each one. Then describe the setting. Use

the template on the attached sheet.

LEFT SIDE: Write a summary that describes the plot of the book. Try to use

words that will “grab” readers’ attention and make them want to buy your cereal.

Use the template on the attached sheet.

BACK OF BOX: Design a game that is based on the story. It can be a puzzle, a word

search, a word scramble, a maze, a crossword puzzle, a hidden pictures

illustration, or any other fun activity that might be found on the back of a cereal

box. Make sure it includes information from the book.

TOP OF BOX: Include the title, author, number of pages, and number of stars you

would give this book if you were a book critic. The maximum number of stars would

be 5. Use the template on the attached sheet.

Create a logo using your name and write it on the template that has a © symbol.

Write your initials next to the barcode if you can honestly say that you read the

entire book.

PRIZE: Cereal boxes often include a prize. Your prize must be something the main

character could have used in the book or something that reminds you of the main

character. You can even include a picture of the prize on the front of your box to

let the reader know what is inside the box.

Have fun! Be creative! Remember…neatness counts!

Cereal Box Book Report Rubric Name: _________________ #_____

Final Grade: ______

Categories Points

Earned Points

Possible

Project was turned in by the specified due date. 10

Cereal Box appears neatly and carefully created. 8

Cereal Box design is original and creative. 4

The front includes the name of the cereal (related to

the book) and an original illustration.

8

Top:

Title of the book, author, # of pages

Bar Code (Read the entire book)

Logo

-

5

20

3

The back of the box is complete and thoughtfully

done.

6

The ingredients section (right side) includes

descriptions of at least 2 main characters and the

story’s setting.

13

The nutrients section (left side) of the box includes

a complete summary of the book.

13

Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are correct. 10

Total 100

Comments:

Oral Book Report/Biography

1. You must become another character: the person the book is about, the

author, or someone related in some way to the person. Make sure you

speak in first person.

2. You must dress like your character.

3. You must have at least one prop—not part of your costume.

4. You must speak for 2-3 minutes. Practice timing yourself to be sure you can meet

the time range.

5. You must use 4x6 cards for your report.

Card 1: Heading Card

Your name

Date

Person the book is about

Card 2: Information Card

Title of the book (underlined)

Author

Biography or autobiography

Number of pages

Cards 3-5: Body of report (The cards should be completely filled. You may use

one extra card if needed.)

Describe the person Tell about 2 incidents or events in the person's life that were

important or interesting Tell why that person is famous or well-known

Card 6: Signature Card

Write: I have completely read this entire book and this report is my own work.

Sign your name underneath the honesty statement.

You will be graded on your presentation (volume, clarity, enthusiasm, etc.) as well as the content, mechanics (spelling, punctuation, grammar) and neatness of your cards.

Oral Book Report/Biography Rubric

Name: _________________ #_____

Final Grade: ______

Categories Points

Earned Points

Possible

Index Cards

Heading card included with your name, date, and the

person the book is about.

5

Information card included with title underlined,

author, biography or autobiography, number of pages.

10

Body of the report includes a description of the

person, 2 incidents, and why you are famous or well

known.

20

Signature card included. 10

Presentation

Spoke in first person throughout presentation

10

Student is wearing a costume appropriate for the

person the book is about.

10

Appropriate prop shown during presentation and

separate from costume.

10

Time Limit met. 5

Presentation had strong volume, clarity, enthusiasm,

and the presenter did not just read the cards.

20

Total 100