| Book Review Template (模板) |
| 1. Summary Write a summary of the book 1st paragraph—Write about the setting (where the story takes place, usually time and place). Introduce the main characters in the story. Discuss what problems the main character faces in the story. If you’re still having trouble starting, you can answer the questions who, what, when, where, and how. 2nd paragraph—Summarize what happens up until the high point of the story. Don’t give away the ending. Use some of the connecting words below to help you write your review. e.g. first second third last also finally because next for example as a result later |
| 2. Opinion 3rd paragraph—Give your opinion about the book. Write about reasons why you like or dislike the book. Give details, for example: Is the book interesting? Is it easy to understand or hard? Do you like the ending? Who is your favorite character? What is your favorite part? What connections do you make with your life or other books? Talk about the writer’s style of writing and give examples. |
| 3. Recommendation (推荐) the last paragraph—Explain whether you will recommend this book or not. Grade the books from 1 star to 5 stars and give reasons. Examples should include a quote (引述) or quotes from the book or a summary of the part of the book that you like or don’t like. |
| A．By writing a summary. | B．By introducing the writer of the book. |
| C．By recommending a book. | D．By giving the opinion about the book. |
| A．The writer’s writing style. | B．The connecting words in the book. |
| C．The stars you give to the book. | D．The setting and characters in the story. |
| A．Some quotes from the book. | B．High point of the story. |
| C．The beginning of the story. | D．Your favorite part of the book. |
| A．Recommend the writer’s books. | B．Give advice on writing books. |
| C．Explain how to write book reviews. | D．Describe the importance of reading books. |
