INDEPENDENT BOOK READING PROJECT
During this semester you will read one/two books of your choice as part of the
Independent Reading Project.
Grading for the Independent Reading Project: = 100 points
Choosing a book:
• You may read any work of fiction or non-fiction.
• You should make a plan for reading your book at a reasonable pace.
• Books must be 150 pages or less in length. Ask if any questions arise.
• You must complete the activities from the list: 1 – Numbered Activity, 1-
Lettered Activity, 1 Book Review for a total of 3 activities.
BOOK REVIEW REQUIREMENTS
Do a literary analysis of the book:
a) Review your novel. Include the following: a) title and author,
b) genre of the story c) names of major characters, d) brief description/plot of
the book/novel, narration e)moral of the story, what it teaches you f) your
general impressions (what you liked/disliked about the book), g) a
recommendation for a specific audience.
BOOK REVIEW ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
1. Student is capable of self-regulation and reflection to perform
professional tasks, possesses critical and creative skills of high level
thinking –
2. Student uses a range of Active Vocabulary and Grammar structures while
performing a Critical analysis of the novel/story
3. Student complies with and is aware of ethical and legal standards in
research and application of digital technologies.
4. Takes security measures when working with digital information and data
protection, promotes active, safe and sensitive use of digital resources.
FINAL PROJECTS ON THE INDEPENDENT READING
NUMBERED ACTIVITIES: 100 points
1. Write a letter to the author of the book. Tell him/her what you liked and
disliked about the story and his/her writing style. Give them specific reasons
and examples from the story to support what you say. Be sure that your letter is
in the correct format.
2. Write a resume of one of your better-detailed characters. Imagine that the
character is applying for a job (appropriate to his/her role in the story). Include
objective, prior experience, education/schooling/degrees, vital statistics, hobbies,
and references. Make the document look official. Type it!
3. Imagine you were to go through the trash of one of the characters. Explain
what you might find and why. Base your “finds” on the story and character
actions. Please describe at least ten items.
4. Write an advertisement for one of the characters. Include details such as a
physical description, hobbies, interests, education, job, likes/dislikes, and
favorites. You should use information you learned about this character from the
story, but you can also use your imagination to fill out the ad.
5. Find the top 10 web sites a character in your book would most frequently
visit. List the title and web address for each choice. Include 2-3 sentences for
each on why your character might like each of the sites. (Be sure the web
addresses are accurately recorded, as they will be verified.)
LETTERED ACTIVITIES: 100 points
A. Create a comic strip or a storyboard for the events in the story. Be sure that
the illustrations explain the story clearly. Do not include every detail-- only
those that is necessary to understand the actions. You will not be judged on your
artistic talent, only on your apparent effort. However, please use good judgment
B. Design a web site/blog or construct a power point presentation about the
book. Include a short story map of important elements like characters, settings,
themes, or other information that you feel would be useful.
C. Make a scrapbook about the story or pretend a character had made it about
his/her life. This should look like a real scrapbook, complete with actual
memorabilia, awards, letters, photos, mementos, ticket stubs, report cards, etc.
Include the book title or the character’s name on the book. Label each item (at
least ten) and explain its significance.
D. Create a book jacket description for the story. Pretend you are trying to
“hook” readers’ interest in the story by explaining its contents on the back of the
book. How would you tell people what the book is about and persuade them to
pick it up and read it?
E. Design a CD cover (front, back, and insides) that is 8" x 8". The back cover
should list the soundtrack for the novel (title and artist) that includes at least 10
well-known songs. On the inside, write at least 2-3 sentences (per song)
explaining how it relates to the story events or character(s). The look of the
front cover is up to you!
You should pass the Activities and Project on 23.04.24 at the BOOK REVIEW
CONFERENCE in the Library!
