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Ways to Share Books

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this book report idea sheet, students are given a list of 20 possibilities for creating a non-traditional book report (e.g., making a diorama; making a poster).
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Book Discussions via Web 2.0

For Teachers 8th - Higher Ed
Students discuss books they read via web 2.0. and create a wiki and podcast that will present the audience with their select a book by a popular teen author and write a short script about the book. Students and type the critic of...
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ESL Holiday Lessons: World Book and Copyright Day

For Students 6th - 10th
In this language skills instructional activity, students read an article about World Book and Copyright Day. Students respond to 6 matching questions, 29 fill in the blank questions, 30 multiple choice questions, 12 word ...
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Counting Books

For Teachers K - 6th
Students create counting books. In this counting book activity, students make their own book which counts on each page and has a corresponding picture. These books can count by 1's, 2's, 5's, or even fractions. 
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The Book Project

For Teachers 4th - 9th
In this book project learning exercise, students select a container to decorate and fill with questions, vocabulary, and other items that depict the elements of the text in some way.
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ABC Book of Words

For Teachers 2nd - 5th
Students make a book.  In this vocabulary instructional activity, students brainstorm vocabulary words about China, write the words in alphabetical order, discuss the meanings of each word and make a book of the words.
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Design a Book Jacket

For Teachers K - 5th
Students analyze the book jackets of books and then design one based on the typical characteristics of book jackets.
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Creating My Personal Animal ABC Book

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners conduct Internet research on various animals. They write and create an Animal ABC book, including pictures of each animal, and each animal's phyla and class, to present to a young child.
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Newbery Books: Guaranteed Good Reading

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders explore and analyze Newbery Medal books. They view a Powerpoint presentation on the Newbery Medal book of that current year, select a book, read and analyze the book, and prepare a multimedia book report presentation.
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What's in a Picture Book?

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students analyze Appalachian folktale picture books. They read and analyze various Appalachian picture books, answer discussion questions, and in small groups complete a handout, and write an essay analyzing the text and illustrations of...
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Book Report Bingo

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students choose books based on their interests. They complete book reports and share their ideas with the class. They participate in a book bingo game to complete the lesson.
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Make Spectacular Books

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars view a demonstration on how to make a skewer book. Using various types of fabric, they transform it into a skewer book to be used for scrapbooking. They share their books with the class and ask for constructive criticism.
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Ready-to-Go! Blank Board Books

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students create a board book from a blank template. Using a specific theme, they decorate their book to show an idea. They share their creations with the class and receive constructive criticism.
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Book Club Sheet

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this "book club" worksheet, students complete a sheet on a book they bring to the "book club." Students fill in basic information about the book, then information about characters, scenes, genre, etc.
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Scrap Booking

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Pupils complete scrap booking activities. For this scrap booking lesson, students discuss scrapbooking and make a list of times to include in a scrapbook. Pupils research scrapbook ideas online and bring in materials to create a...
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Alphabet Book

For Teachers K - 1st
Students create their own alphabet book using clip art in a publishing program. They are read Dr. Seuss's ABC by Dr. Seuss as an "attention grabber."
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Publishing an Alphabet Book

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Learners research, write and publish an A,B,C book based on research of their own.
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Book Search

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders are introduced to how to use the Dewey Decimal System in libraries. After taking a pre-test, they complete a worksheet in which they determine the location of different books on the internet and on the shelf. To end the...
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Favorite Book Being Read in School - School/Home Links, Book Links

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this literature worksheet, students share their favorite book that they are reading in school with a home reading partner. They write the name of their favorite book, its author, and tell why they like the book so much. They draw a...
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Picture This: A Book Full of Patterns!

For Teachers Pre-K - 8th
Students create pattern books. In this math patterns lesson plan, students create various patterns using manipulatives. Students take digital photographs of the patterns and create books.
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A Picture Book of George Washington

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students discuss the character traits of George Washington. In this George Washington instructional activity, students read A Picture Book of George Washington, discuss the book, and complete worksheet activities about Washington's...
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Class Book: My Favorite Valentine

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students create a class book for Valentine's Day. In this holiday lesson, students draw a picture and write a few sentences about their favorite valentine. Students put their pictures together to create a class book.
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Bear Hunt Book

For Teachers Pre-K - 3rd
Students create their own illustrated books. In this visual arts lesson, students use the paints and other materials to illustrate their own version of Going on a Bear Hunt. A game, a song, a craft, and a recipe are all included with...
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Researching Using Books

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Young scholars investigate researching techniques by exploring their library. In this literature references activity, students identify the different types and genres of books that are readily available at their local library as well as...

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