2019- 2020
Please read pages 1-3 of this booklet. Then sign and return the last page. Keep the booklet. You will need this all year.
6th Grade Book Report Schedule
Breakdown by Marking Period:
1st Marking Period 2 Book Report
2nd Marking Period 1 Book Reports
3rd Marking Period 2 Book Reports
4th Marking Period 1 Book Report
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
October 2nd Christian Fiction Short form
November 4th Poetry Poetry form
December 11th Classic Long form
January 29th Historical fiction Google Slides
March 11th Non-fiction
science Diorama
May 6th 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.
5
The type of book and number of pages are properly
identified.
5
3 defined words are written and defined neatly and
correctly.
5
Character description is thorough and clearly written
using at least three – five sentences.
10
The Signature Statement is filled out indicating the
book was read completely by the due date.
15
Spelling, punctuation, and grammar are correct. 10
Total 50
Short Form Book Report
Name: _________________ #_____
Final Grade: ______
1. Using proper format, make a bibliographical entry for the book that you read.
Include author, title of the book, 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 number Meaning of the word
5. Describe the main character (use at least 3-5 sentences).
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. 10
The chosen poem is copied, accurate in words and
formatting, and 10-20 lines long.
15
The author’s theme (what he/she was trying to say)
is explained thoughtfully in at least 5 complete
sentences.
10
The author’s mood is explained thoughtfully in at
least 2 complete sentences.
5
The reason for selecting the poem is clearly
explained in at least 2 complete sentences.
5
Carefully drawn illustration is included. 5
Extra Credit: Poem recited accurately by memory. + +5 bonus
Total 50
Long Form Book Report Guidelines
Your detailed sample and instructions for this book report can be found in the
Google Classroom. Be sure to use these pages as a guide for writing this report.
Summary of what to include in your 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 – see Google Classroom link!!)
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 posted on the Google
Classroom. 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. 10
Includes paragraph on how the reader is better or
wiser after reading the book.
5
Includes a quotation of a passage worth
remembering. Passage is properly indented and
formatted as shown in Google Classroom example.
5
Includes an explanation of the best thing about the
book.
5
Written with correct grammar, spelling, and
neatness.
10
The entire book was read before the due date.
(Written out and signed)
5
Lateness results in -5 each day 0
Total 50
Historical Fiction Google Slides Report
Pick a book that is based on a historical person or event. The story should be
fictional, but have a strong historical emphasis. You will need to be able to honestly
tell me that you read the entire book.
We will be learning how to create a Google Slides presentation in class. By the time you design this
report, you should already know how to add slide backgrounds, animations, slide transitions, and pictures.
Your presentation should reflect your own creative style. I am expecting careful, thorough design; but
I will let you decide how you want to present your information.
Design Rules:
- Include one or more pictures per slide
- Make each picture enter with an animation and each slide with a transition
- Include 3-6 lines of information per slide with complete sentences (no more than 6)
- Introduce each line of text separately with entry animations
- Choose a background for each slide. You may make every slide the same, or vary the
background for each slide.
Content Rules:
- Choose 3 main character(s) and discuss their characteristics and personalities (3 slides - 1
slide for each character)
- Explain the plot of the story (1-3 slides)
- Introduce the Setting/Time period (1-2 slides)
- Research the historical characters/events in the book – what were they famous for? (2-5
slides)
- Tell about your favorite part of book and why you like it. (1-2 slides)
- Use accurate punctuation, capitalization, spelling and grammar.
Note: In order to earn an A on this report, be sure to do at least 10 slides. If you
choose to do the minimum number of slides per category you will not receive an A.
Presentation Rules:
- Present your information to the class using your Google Slides presentation. To get full
presentation points, speak with a strong voice, stand with good posture, and look up at your
audience.
Your final Google Slides presentation must be submitted as a digital file to our 6th grade Google Classroom page.
Historical Fiction Google Slides Rubric
Name:_________________ #_____
Final Grade: _______
Requirement Points
Earned
Points
Possible
Design
One or more pictures included per slide 3 Each picture enters with an animation and slides
enter with slide transitions
3
Slides all have 3-6 lines of information 3 Each sentence of text is introduced with an
animation
3
Slides all have backgrounds 3
Content 3 main characters are described with 3 slides
according to the directions
3
Plot is explained with 1-3 slides 3 Setting/time period is introduced with 1-2 slides 3 Historical content covered according to
directions on 2-5 slides
3
Favorite part of the book is explained on 1-2
slides
3
Slide information is in complete sentences with
accurate grammar and mechanics.
5
(Presentation includes ten or more slides)
-5 if this requirement is unmet
0
Presentation Presented with strong voice, good posture, and
eye contact
5
Reading Requirement
Read the entire book (tell teacher orally) 10
Total Score
50
Your Name:
Book Title(s):
Author(s):
Number of pages:
I have completely read this entire book and completed this diorama myself:
- 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. Be imaginative and creative and let us see what you are capable of!
Cover the outside of your shoe box with colored or patterned paper. I should not see
any part of the original shoe box. (Wrap it like a present).
Cover the inside of your shoe box with a background to match the theme of your
diorama. Be sure to cover the inside of the shoe box lid with paper to serve as the
“floor” for your diorama display.
Create diorama scene/display.
Attach 4x6 index cards (at least 4) to the top and sides of the shoe box. If they hang
off a bit, it’s OK. On the cards, include interesting and explanatory information from your
book about what you learned. Use complete sentences, do not skip lines, and fill the cards
completely. Use cursive and black ink. Number them in the order that they should be
read.
Attach the completed signature card to the BACK of your project box 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 are completed.
10
Outside of diorama is neatly and completely covered
3
Inside of diorama is completely covered with a neat
background and base.
3
Four or more 4x6 index cards are completed
according to guidelines (black ink and cursive).
5
Capitalization and spelling are accurate.
5
Punctuation and Grammar are accurate.
5
Content is thorough, accurate, and applicable to
diorama topic.
10
Neatness (precise gluing, cutting, handwriting, etc.)
5
Creativity (colorful, 3D elements, etc.)
4
Late points deducted: (-10 each day late) -
Total
50
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.
5
Body of the report includes a description of the
person, 2 incidents, and why you are famous or well
known.
15
Signature card included. 7
Presentation
Spoke in first person throughout presentation
2
Student is wearing a costume appropriate for the
person the book is about.
2
Appropriate prop shown during presentation and
separate from costume.
2
Time Limit met. 2
Presentation had strong volume, clarity, enthusiasm,
and the presenter did not just read the cards.
10
Total 50
Book Report Pack Signature Page: Return this page only by September 9th
Student Name: ___________________________________
I have completely read pages 1-3 of the book report packet. _______________________________________
(Student Signature)
I have seen the 6th grade book report packet and carefully read pages 1-3.
_______________________________________
(Parent Signature)
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