Blogging+Book+Review


 * Book Review Template**

1st paragraph- Write about the setting, (where the story takes place, usually time and place). Introduce the main character or characters in the story. Ex. What are character’s qualities, name, etc. Discuss what conflict/problem the main character faces in the story. If you’re still having trouble starting, you can answer the questions who, what, when, where, and how.

2nd paragraph- Summarize what happens up until the high point of the story, (don’t give away the ending, this should be just enough to tease the reading into wanting to get this book. Use some of these transition words to help you write you review. (first, also, because, another, second, between, next, as a result, third, finally, then, later, last, after, that, for example, during)

3rd paragraph - Give your opinion on the book. Use these guidelines. Write about why you like or dislike the book. Give details, for example: Was the book confusing? Was it too easy to read or too hard? Was it predictable/ believable? Did you like the ending? What was your favorite part? What connections did you make with your life or other books? Talk about the author’s style of writing and give examples from the book. Min 5 sentences.  Recommendation: Explain whether you would recommend this book to student or not? Rate the book from 1 star to 5 stars, and give examples why you gave it the rating you did. Examples should include a quote or quotes from the book or a summary of the part of the book that you liked or did not like.


 * Blogging**

You will write a blog post reviewing your book. Log into wordpress.com Username: ssdslibrary Password: ssds12345

Put a photo of the book at the top of the blog post.


 * Commenting**

You must read and comment on at least 2 other blog posts. Remember to use proper blogging etiquette.