Instructions
Ever read a manga so awesome you just had to tell your friends about it? Or maybe one that was a little... weird? Writing a review is the perfect way to share your thoughts! A good review helps your friends decide if they should pick up the next volume. Let's learn how to write one that's fun to read and super helpful.
Part 1: The Secret Formula for a Great Review
A great manga review has a few key ingredients. Think of it like a recipe!
- The Hook: A catchy first sentence that grabs your reader's attention.
- The Summary (Spoiler-Free!): A quick description of the story's basic setup. Introduce the main character and their main problem, but DON'T give away any big secrets or plot twists!
- The Details: This is where you share your real opinion. Talk about what you liked or didn't like. Good things to mention are the art, the characters, and the story.
- The Verdict: Your final thought. Would you recommend it? Who would like this manga? Give it a final rating!
Activity A: Match the Part!
Draw a line to match the review ingredient on the left with its correct description on the right.
| 1. The Hook | A. "I give this 5 out of 5 stars! If you love fantasy and adventure, you have to read this!" |
| 2. The Summary | B. "The art style is amazing, especially the action scenes. The main character is brave, but sometimes the story felt a little slow in the middle." |
| 3. The Details | C. "Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have superpowers in a world of heroes?" |
| 4. The Verdict | D. "This manga is about a young boy named Izuku who dreams of becoming a hero, even though he was born without a special power called a 'Quirk'." |
Part 2: Your Turn to Brainstorm!
Choose a manga you have read recently. Let's break down your thoughts before you start writing. Fill in the blanks below.
Manga Title & Mangaka (Author/Artist):
The Hook: Write one exciting question or statement to start your review.
The Summary (No Spoilers!): Who is the main character? What is the setting? What is their main goal or problem?
The Details:
- What did you think of the art? (e.g., cool, cute, detailed, simple)
- Who was your favourite character and why?
- What did you like about the story? (e.g., funny, exciting, mysterious)
The Verdict: Who would you recommend this manga to? (e.g., friends who like comedy, adventure fans, etc.) Give it a star rating!
I recommend this to:
My Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆ (Colour in the stars!)
Part 3: Write Your Review!
Now, use your notes from Part 2 to write your full review. Try to connect your ideas into a smooth paragraph. You can use connecting words like "First," "Also," "I really liked," "However," and "In conclusion."
Answer Key
Activity A: Match the Part!
1. The Hook → C. "Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have superpowers in a world of heroes?"
2. The Summary → D. "This manga is about a young boy named Izuku who dreams of becoming a hero, even though he was born without a special power called a 'Quirk'."
3. The Details → B. "The art style is amazing, especially the action scenes. The main character is brave, but sometimes the story felt a little slow in the middle."
4. The Verdict → A. "I give this 5 out of 5 stars! If you love fantasy and adventure, you have to read this!"
Part 2 & Part 3: Brainstorm and Write Your Review
Your answers will be unique because they are based on your opinion and the manga you chose! There are no wrong answers here. Here is an example of a finished review based on the manga Spy x Family by Tatsuya Endo.
Have you ever wished your family had a secret identity? In Spy x Family, you get three! This hilarious manga is about a spy named Loid who has to create a fake family for a top-secret mission. The catch? His new "wife" is secretly an assassin and his adopted "daughter" is a telepath who can read their minds!
I loved everything about this manga. The art is clean and super funny, especially the characters' facial expressions. My favourite character is the daughter, Anya, because she knows everyone's secrets and her reactions are priceless. The story is a perfect mix of exciting spy action and laugh-out-loud family moments.
In conclusion, I give Spy x Family 5 out of 5 stars! I would recommend it to anyone who loves comedy, action, and stories about quirky families. You should definitely check it out!