Objective

By the end of this lesson, Daniella and Alisia will be able to write a simple book review. They will learn how to express their thoughts about a book, what they liked or didn't like, and share their opinions in a fun and creative way.

Materials and Prep

• Paper and pencils for writing
• Crayons or markers for illustration
• A few books that they have read recently or are currently reading
• Knowledge of basic story elements (characters, setting, plot)

Activities

• Book Discussion: Start by discussing the books they have read. Ask them to share their favorite parts and characters. This will help them think about their opinions.
• Review Template Creation: Help them create a simple template for their book review. Include sections like "Title," "Author," "Favorite Character," and "What I Liked/Didn’t Like."
• Writing Time: Let them write their book reviews using the template. Encourage them to be creative and use their own words.
• Illustration: After writing, ask them to draw a picture related to the book. This could be their favorite character or a scene from the story.
• Sharing Reviews: Finally, have Daniella and Alisia share their book reviews with each other. They can read them aloud and show their illustrations.

Talking Points

• "What was your favorite part of the book? Can you tell me why you liked it?"
• "Who was your favorite character? What made them special?"
• "How did the story make you feel? Did it make you happy, sad, or excited?"
• "What was something you didn't like about the book? Why?"
• "Do you think other kids would like this book? Why or why not?"
• "Can you think of a different ending for the story? What would you change?"
• "What did you learn from this book? Did it teach you something new?"
• "If you could give this book a star rating, how many stars would you give it? Why?"