INDEPENDENT Reading Log

Complete this log after silent, sustained reading. You may switch books if you decide your first
selection doesn’t spark your interest. The idea is that you read something you ENJOY! When
you finish reading, briefly sum up what you read and then write a personal reaction. If you
struggle with what to write about, use some of the ideas below for help.

What surprised you? What confused you?

What frustrated you? Can you identify with any particular character?
What do you think might happen next? Can you relate to any of the situations in the book?
What do you hope happens next? Can you compare this story to another you’ve read?

Book title/Author: __The Godfather Return_________

Date: ________1/3/2019_____ Pages read: ___1______ to

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Sum up what you read today:____This time I started to read the beginning of the book name the
godfather. In the beginning it basically gave me an idea about Michael Corleone ( the second
godfather) and his memory about the old day. In another story, it talked about Geraci who just got
home after an exhausting day and ready to the meeting point ______________________________
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React to what you read: ______________It is really exciting this time because I expected a lot in this
new book. The last godfather book gave me a good impression and I hope this one can also do that.
The beginning of the book is kind of exciting in some ways and introduce me to a lot of new events.
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Reading goal for next time: Pages ______3-6_______