Historical Fiction Book Report

DUE JAN. 8, 2013

Book Report Ideas

Theme: Historical Fiction

Definition: A fictional story with real and invented characters that takes place during a historical time.

Directions: Choose a book that fits the category of historical fiction and have Mrs. McLaughlin approve it (otherwise you’ll lose points). Write a summary of the book and then choose one of the activities below to present to your classmates.

1.     Describe the setting of a scene, and then do it in pantomime (act it out without speaking like a mime).

2.     Construct puppets and present a show of one or more interesting parts of the book.

3.     Dress as one of the characters and act out a characterization (talk about your character as if you ARE the character).

4.     Imagine that you are the author of the book you have just read. Suddenly the book becomes a best seller. Write a letter to a movie producer trying to get that person interested in making your book into a movie. Explain why the story, characters, conflicts, etc., would make a good film. Suggest a filming location and the actors to play the various roles. YOU MAY ONLY USE BOOKS WHICH HAVE NOT ALREADY BEEN MADE INTO MOVIES.

5. Write a book review as it would be done for a newspaper. (Be sure you read a few book reviews before writing your own.)