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Summer Book Report Form

ARNALL MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER BOOK REPORT FORM

GRADES 6-8

2013

Student Name_________________________

Title of Book____________________________ Author_______________________

1. In most stories the reader can tell where and when the story occurs. In one or two

complete sentences, tell where and when this story takes place and note any special or

unusual features of the time period that add to the overall meaning of the novel.

2. Most stories have a main character and one or two others who are particularly

important. Choose two to three important characters from this book and in complete

sentences describe them. What do they do? How do they act? What makes them

special? What is important about them?

3. For a story to be interesting, the characters must solve one or more problems that cause

or resolve a conflict among them. In at least two complete sentences, describe the most

important conflict or problem the characters must solve in this story.

4. In class this year, we will be discussing the idea that the theme of a story is its general

truth. What do you think is the overall theme of this novel? Explain two scenes from the

book that expresses the theme you have stated.

5. The title of any book is chosen specifically for that novel. Why do you think the author

chose the title for this book? Give examples from the novel to support your ideas.

6. Would you recommend this novel to other students? Why or why not?

I have not read this book before, and I read the entire book.

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Student Signature Date

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Parent Signature Date

Summer Book Report Form