You will read a chapter book (fiction) for read aloud that includes science content. A list of approved titles can be found at the SignUp Genius linked below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084AADA623A7FDC25-47566784-science
You will prepare a video book talk using Flipgrid and a short summary page to share with the class. The link to the Flipgrid group is below.
**Just a note. Your book talk and summary page are two different components. You do not need to turn in your book talk script, as it is recorded in your video.**
Your book talk should include the following components.
Opening
- Hook your audience!
- Read a quote from the book, ask a question of your audience, introduce the main character, vividly set the scene, or do a combination of a few of these techniques.
- Make sure to also give the title and author of the book.
Summary
- In a paragraph or two, summarize the plot of the book. (No spoilers please!)
- Be sure that your summary introduces the main character, identifies the problem, and leads us toward the solution–without giving away the ending!
Impressions
- Share your opinion!
- How did you feel about the book? What did you think of the author? Would you recommend it to others? What rating would you give it?
Suggestions for Instruction
- What grade(s) is this book appropriate for?
- How does this book connect to science? What standards or concepts does it highlight?
- How might you use this book in the classroom?
Closing
- Entice your audience!
- Ask a rhetorical question, read a quote from the book, use a cliffhanger, or do a combination of these techniques.
Remember, your book talk should flow nicely, like a commercial. It should not be a giant list answering these questions!
Your summary page should provide a very brief overview of the book, no more than a paragraph, describing the plot and science content. You should list the SOL connections that can be made with this book. There may be connections across multiple grades, so be sure to look vertically across the SOL.