7/ 10/ 11 graders: Book review

This term, during this term (until March 10), you will have to present to the class the book you chose to read. Once you have given the presentation date to your teacher, you have to keep it and be responsible.

PAY ATTENTION to this:

You are going to have 5' to 7' (7 graders ) and 10' to 15' (10/11 graders)

You must speak about:

1) The story in general 
(read some of the passages that were important to the story)

2) Main characters 
(explain their main characteristics)
(read some passages which show the behaviour of each character)

3) Moment of the story you most enjoyed
(read the passage which was reveleaving for the end of the story)

4) Explain why would you recommend (or not) the book


Remember that this is the basis of your oral presentation. You can go further if you want to.



Fundamental tips:

A)

Pick an appropriate book. The most important criteria is to choose a book at the correct reading grade level. 

B)

Make sure you know what the teacher wants. How long will it be? What must it include?

Follow the assignment.

C)

Read the first chapter. Write three/four sentences to summarize the first chapter; two sentences to describe the main characters introduced in the chapter, the setting and any other important details, and the other two sentences to describe what happened in the chapter.

D)

For every other chapter, write one to three sentences summarizing the chapter. Be sure to talk about the action and characters. What did they do and why? What happened or developed? What new things did you learn about the characters?

E)

Add all of your summaries onto one paper. You should organize it into paragraphs according to the sections of the story, or the beginning, middle and end.

G)

In case you choose to use PPT's in your presentation remember that you should have pictures instead of text in your slides. Of course, you can write one or two key words.

I)

You can bring objects, music or other elements that might help you.

J)

Do not panic during your presentation. If you cannot remember what you have to say, simply say that you need a moment and then carry on.

K)

Rehearsing is fundamental. Present your work at home alone, to your siblings, to your mum and to your dad. By the time you get to class, you are completely secure and ready!

 

L)

Eat well in morning breakfast! It is important to be 100% ready!!

M)

Your teacher is always here to help you. Meet me at school or send me an email. You mustn't go to your oral presentation with fear or unsure of your work. So, feel free to contact me while producing your work.