1. SUMMER READING PROGRAM FOR LINDBERGH MIDDLE SCHOOLS
—BOOK SUMMARY SHEET—
(Please make sure to complete both sides of this form.)
NAME____________________________________________ GRADE LEVEL FOR 2013/2014___________
DATE________________ ENGLISH TEACHER: ______________________
*How many books did you read this summer?___________
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PARENT/GUARDIAN AUTHORIZATION:_____________________________________________________
**Signature Required: By signing this sheet, I verify that my son/daughter has read this book during
the summer. This book is acceptable for school discussion and is age-appropriate.
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THIS BOOK?_______________________________________________________
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DESCRIPTION OF MAIN CHARACTER(S), IF APPLICABLE: What makes the character(s) interesting
and/or unique?
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STORY EVENTS/NONFICTION SUBJECTS: Summarize, including the setting (time and place).
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THEME/MESSAGE : What point is the author trying to make about life and/or people? What is the
main conclusion/discovery made by the author?
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2. PERSONAL CONNECTION: How does the book relate to you and your life experiences? What impact
or impression has this book made on you?
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OPINION OF THE BOOK: ___Excellent ___Good ___Fair ___Poor
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