A “Book in a Bag” is a book report contained in a brown paper or paper gift bag. The purpose of the outside of the bag is to interest a classmate to want to read your book. The inside of your bag should include items that you will be able to use to explain important parts of your book.
Pick any book that is a comfortable reading level for you. (You will need to get the approval of your teacher.)
Due Date: Monday, February 6th
MATERIAL SUGGESTIONS:
You will need a clean brown paper or paper gift bag (any size). You will also need colored pencils or markers, crayons, scotch tape or glue stick, paper.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
1. Have your parent(s) fill out and sign the cut-out form that shows you have brought your assignment home. Bring the signed form back to school.
2. Choose and read a book that is a comfortable reading level for you. I would like to see you challenge yourself. You will need to have your book approved by your teacher.
3. On the front of the bag neatly write: a) Title of the Book b) Author of the Book c) Draw a picture of the main character/s
4. On the back of the bag neatly write a paragraph about your favorite part of the story. The paragraph can be written on lined paper, cut out and glued or scotch-taped to the bag. (A paragraph should be at least 5 sentences long.) Also, write your opinion about the book. Did you like it? If you did like it, tell why. If you did not like it, tell why you didn’t.
5. On one side of the bag explain the Plot of the story (a short summary of the book).
6. On the opposite side of the bag list the main characters and a brief description of their role in the story. Also on the same side include the Setting (describe where the story takes place).
7. Collect at least 3 things (that will fit into your bag) to help you tell the class about your book when you present your report in class.
During the oral presentation you will: