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Form: Book Review

The form of writing is the actual shape it takes. For example, explanatory writing could take the form of a how-to or comparison-contrast. The resources below focus on a specific form. Click a resource to find out more.

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4 Writing Activities for Celebrating Black History

English Language Arts: 
Writing
Reading
21st Century Skills: 
Critical Thinking
Creative Thinking
Researching

Books

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Level: 
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
Page Count: 
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Student Writing Model

The Best Little Girl in the World

The voice of Joanna, the author of this book review, comes through as she reveals her concern for teenagers’ vulnerability to eating disorders..

Level: 
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
Mode: 
Response to Literature
Form: 
Book Review
Theme: 
Books
Health
Life
Personality
Literature

Student Writing Model

A Story of Survival

Opening with a quotation is a great way to begin a book review. Kelsey, the author, summarizes the plot well without giving away the whole story, and she shows genuine enthusiasm for the story.

Level: 
Grade 4
Grade 5
Mode: 
Response to Literature
Form: 
Book Review
Theme: 
Books
Life
Environment
Nature
Literature

Student Writing Model

One Great Book

This book review is well organized and shares interesting details related to the book.

Level: 
Grade 2
Mode: 
Response to Literature
Form: 
Book Review
Theme: 
Books
Animals

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