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Glossary
Gives you definitions of new words (bold print or italicized) found in the book you are reading.
Read your book thoroughly.
You might even want to take notes if i Make sure this is a book you love; if y a different book!
Open strong!
Think about starting your booktalk by most?” Or start by giving your thoug bravest dog I’ve ever met.” Don’t star
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ooktalk Tips
Maps
Helps you understand where events happened or how far away an event took place.
nspiration strikes while you are reading! ou’d rate it less than an eight out of 10, find
asking a question: “What scares you the ts on a character you loved: “This is the
t with something predictable like, “This
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book is called...” or “This book is about...” Surprise and excite your audience!
Find a hook.
Consider your audience. Is there some element of this story that you know will
Timeline
Tells you when events
especially interest your peers? Perhaps there’s intense magic, an adorable dog, or a talented surfer? Think about the aspects of the story that made it
happened, the order of the
events, and how one event
engaging for you.
may have led to another.
Think of this like a preview, not a whole movie. Leave them begging for more! End with a cliffhanger such as, “Will he get out in time?” Remember, the idea is to get them interested enough to want to read the book.
Enhance your presentation with props.
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Don’t give it all away.
Carry an umbrella for a book about a rainy day, or wear a cap for a book about
baseball. Be creative! Just be sure not to wear anything that will muffle your Diasgoruanmd, such as a mask. What you are saying is much more important than how
Gives you a visual way to
you look!
understand information
found in your book.
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Suggest other great reads.
“If you liked _____, then you’ll love this!” Think of a similar book which you know was a hit in your school or classroom.
Have fun!