This character reminds me of somebody I know because…
This character reminds me of myself because…
This character is like (name of character) in (title of book) because…
This scene reminds me of a similar scene in (title of book) because…
This part of the story makes me think about _______ because…
This situation reminds me of a similar scene in (title of book) because…
Did it remind me of anything that has happened in my life?
Did I learn anything from it?
Can I take anything from this story to improve myself?
Assume each of the following roles and write a response at least oncein your reader’s notebook:
Straight Talker
Speak directly to a character and give your two cents worth. If you couldstop the action at a particular point what would you say?
Judge
Evaluate an action or a decision by a character or characters. Do you feela wise or a poor decision has been made? Why? What decision would youprefer to have been made? Why?
Memory Keeper
Perhaps you remember a similar experience from your own life, about atime when you kept a secret, and because of that secret, events began tosnowball. Describe that experience: explain how it relates to the story.
Artist
What visual images come to mind as you read the story? Draw and color these images. Write also what your visual image means or represents inthe story. Include a dialogue between characters or create captions.
Palm Reader
What has occurred that you consider an example(s) of foreshadowing?What do you believe will occur in the future? Why?
After reading the story, respond to these questions in your notebook.
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What did you think about the story?
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What did you like best about this book?
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What was your favorite part of the book?
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What was the most important thing you learned about ______?
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What was the most interesting thing you learned about ______ (aboutthe topic)?
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